Sr. Classroom Assistant
University of Miami

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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.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience. 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 timeEmployee Type:StaffPay Grade:A2

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