Sr. Classroom Assistant at University of Miami in Miami, Florida

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CORE JOB SUMMARY



The Senior Classroom Assistant assists teachers in completing assigned responsibilities for instruction, planning, organization, activity implementation, evaluation, childcare, and record maintenance.



CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists the teacher with disciplining children and recommends or initiates other measures to control behavior, such as picking up toys and books.
  
  


• Assists with classroom and group activities.
  
  


• Participates in development of curriculum and related materials used in the classroom.
  
  


• Supports children's emotional and social development and encourages understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  
  


• Identifies signs of emotional or developmental problems in children.
  
  


• Maintains a safe and stimulating classroom.
  
  


• Sanitizes toys, equipment, and materials.
  
  


• Attends and participates in in-service training activities.
  
  


• Participates in classroom meetings and contributes relevant information.
  
  


• Participates in applied research and curricula task force programs.
  
  


• Cooperates with classroom teachers and other assistants.
  
  


• Supervises student trainees and volunteers in the classroom.
  
  


• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
  
  


• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience. Some experience working with children is preferred (including tutoring, babysitting, etc.)
  
  


• Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered
  
  

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.



Job Status:

Full time



Employee Type:

Staff



Pay Grade:

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