Early Childhood Teaching Assistant - Full-Time

About the role

This is a 9‑month position (mid August through May) following WSU’s academic schedule, 40 hours per week, full‑time. The Early Childhood Teaching Assistant assists with classroom teaching, planning, and implementation under the direction of a mentor teacher and the program director.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of classroom teaching, planning, and following NAEYC accreditation standards.
• Lead the classroom in the mentor teacher’s absence.
• Implement learning experiences for children ages 1‑5.
• Implement classroom schedules and routines (inside and outside), including lunch, snack, and nap/rest time.
• Assemble instructional materials as directed by the teacher.
• Lead small and whole groups and provide 1‑on‑1 lessons as directed.
• Implement child guidance strategies using the same emphasis and techniques as the teacher.
• Conduct observations, collect data, and maintain records.
• Correspond and meet with family members under the teacher’s direction.
• Attend appropriate in‑service and professional development opportunities.
• Perform routine cleaning of classroom and materials and provide assigned health services.
• Follow MSL Children’s School policies and procedures, NAEYC Standards, Utah licensing, and Utah State Competencies.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the teacher and/or director.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Early Childhood or a related field.
• At least one year of experience working with young children.
• Basic computer skills.
• Food Handler’s Permit (can be acquired before start date).
• CPR/First Aid Certified (can be acquired before start date).
• Childcare Background Clearance (can be acquired before start date).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of NAEYC standards, state licensing requirements, and Child Plus Software.
• Willingness to undergo a background check.

Benefits

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long‑term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. The position also provides sick leave; however, the posting notes that no other benefits are provided beyond sick leave.

Pay

The annual salary starts at $30,750 and may increase based on candidate qualifications. The position is classified as Pay Grade N26, FLSA Non‑Exempt.

Schedule

This is a 40‑hour‑per‑week, full‑time role scheduled for 9 months per year (mid August through May) following WSU’s academic calendar. An alternate work schedule may be considered.