Classroom Assistant

University of Utah   Salt Lake City, UT   Full-time     Education
Posted on April 6, 2024
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Details

Open Date

03/05/2024

Requisition Number

PRN14601N

Job Title

Classroom Assistant

Working Title

Youth & Family Programs Assistant

Job Grade

A

FLSA Code

Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

No

Type

Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary?

Yes

Standard Hours per Week

19

Full Time or Part Time?

Part Time

Shift

Variable

Work Schedule Summary

June – August: Monday – Thursday + an hour on Friday
o Mandatory Staff training: June 3-7
o Camp weeks in June: June 10-14 and June 24-28
o Camp weeks in July: July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-24, and July 29-August 1
o Camp weeks in August: August 5-9 and August 12-14
o Camp Clean up: August 15-16 and 19-21 (if needed)

Is this a work study job?

No

VP Area

Academic Affairs

Department

00018 - Utah Museum of Natl Hist Oper

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

12.00 to 13.00

Close Date

Job Summary

Do you want to make a difference in the life of a child while working with a professional, dynamic, diverse, and creative team? As the designated state museum of natural history, NHMU has the incredible opportunity to provide educational experiences in an amazing building that showcases Utah's spectacular views and houses the state's unparalleled objects and artifacts. Join us and be part of an incredible team that sparks curiosity and passion for the natural world. This is an entry-level position, temporary position, that could become a permanent part time position. The NHMU Youth and Family Programs Assistant is responsible for assisting with the set-up, clean-up, supply prep and organization for our award-winning summer camp program. Program assistants are provided training in communication, critical thinking, and collaboration as well as informal education strategies and classroom management. A successful candidate will have an outgoing personality, be self-directed, have a passion for making a difference in a child's life, and a thirst for knowledge. The work schedule starts in early June with staff training. Summer Camp begins the week of June 10 and runs through the week of August 12. There is no camp (and therefore no work) the weeks of June 17 and July 22. We have two 3-day weeks during July 1 and August 12. Facilitators work weekdays from about 7:45am-4:45pm, M-Th. Fridays will have staff attending a morning staff meeting. Schedules may adjust slightly. At the Natural History Museum of Utah, we recognize that our strength and sustainability as an organization stems from varied backgrounds and experiences. For this reason, we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging and strive to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are a part of. We believe that everyone at NHMU, at every level and in all departments, are a critical part of providing this level of experience. Therefore, all staff members receive ongoing training and are expected to consistently contribute to creating exceptional, memorable, and inclusive experiences for our guests, partners, and the community. Employees at NHMU who work in guest facing positions who are fluent in a language beyond English and are willing to engage with guests in that language, will receive a 50 cent per hour increase to their wage.

Responsibilities

• Works with department staff to assure program quality.
• Assists with program logistics and activities.
• Assists with the delivery of supplies and the set-up and clean-up of lab spaces.
• Assists with supervision of participants.
• Delivers extraordinary customer service to all program participants and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

This is an entry-level position. Training will be provided. Must demonstrate an interest in learning about child development and guidance; a willingness to take direction from the assigned teacher; willing to obtain a food handlers permit, TB test, Bureau of Criminal Investigation ( BCI) background check, first aid training are required. Demonstrated human relation and effective human relations skills are also required.

Preferences

• Experience working with children in informal learning settings.
• Strong work ethic (dependable and punctual) and highly organized.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Has an outgoing and self-directed personality.
• Broad knowledge of natural history and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math) topics.
• Customer service experience.
• Second language proficiency, particularly in Spanish.

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

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). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. 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 (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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Posting Specific Questions

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    Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
    1. Cover Letter
    2. Resume
    Optional Documents
    1. Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
    2. Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
    3. Letter of Recommendation 1
    4. Letter of Recommendation 2
    5. Letter of Recommendation 3
    6. Curriculum Vitae
    7. List of References

    University of Utah

    Salt Lake City , UT