Paraeducator (Full or Part-Time)

NoStandard Hours per Weekup to 19 hours/week, depending on hiring needs and incumbent scheduleFull Time or Part Time?Monday through Friday between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm, Schedules may vary
Job Summary The Student Parent Support Center provides information, support, and family resources for University students, faculty, staff, and patients. The Student Parent Support Center programs are NAEYC accredited and serve children birth to six years.
We offer part-time and full-time programming in three campus child care programs for students, faculty, and staff and drop-in child care for patients visiting the three U Health Centers throughout the Salt Lake Valley. The Student Parent Support Center performs a vital role at the University of Utah, by providing information and support to students, faculty, staff, and early childhood practitioners.
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Responsibilities Helps the children experience success in physical, social and intellectual tasks. Observes behavior, documents and may offer suggestions to the teacher. Does not directly communicate with parents concerning children’s problems. Assists teacher in activities and tasks which contributes to an orderly, clean environment for children. Meets with the teacher and staff to assist in planning. Plans a morning or afternoon small group activity with assistance of Head Teacher. Minimum Qualifications This is an entry-level position. Training will be provided. Must demonstrate an interest in learning about child development and guidance; willing to obtain a food handlers permit, TB test, Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background check, first aid training are required within the first 60 days of hire . At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
Must be able to lift and carry small children in arms for short distances (10-50 Lbs.).
Sufficient vision to read printed material
Sufficient hearing to hear normal and telephone conversations
Ability to sit on the floor and move about on hands and knees for long periods of time
Must be able to communicate effectively with children and their parents/guardians, both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to complete ongoing written assessments about each child that will be shared with parents/guardians.
Demonstrated skills in general office duties, computer systems, and technology.
Preferences Interest in learning about child development and guidance
Special Instructions Summary The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io or University Human Resource Management at View phone number on click.appcast.io if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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