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

Job Description:

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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

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

  
  


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  Assists with classroom and group activities.

  
  


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

  
  


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

  
  


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  Identifies signs of emotional or developmental problems in children.

  
  


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  Maintains a safe and stimulating classroom.

  
  


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  Sanitizes toys, equipment, and materials.

  
  


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  Attends and participates in in-service training activities.

  
  


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  Participates in classroom meetings and contributes relevant information.

  
  


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  Participates in applied research and curricula task force programs.

  
  


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  Cooperates with classroom teachers and other assistants.

  
  


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  Supervises student trainees and volunteers in the classroom.

  
  


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

  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

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  High school diploma or equivalent

  
  


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

  
  


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

  
  

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Job Status:Full time
Employee Type:Staff
Pay Grade:A2 Apply Now