Teacher Assistant – S , Vernal, UT

Teacher Assistant

Location: Vernal, Utah, US

Salary: $16.91–$17.76 per hour

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8-hour workdays. 42‑week program year with summers off.

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• Support teaching staff in implementing curriculum and daily lesson plans that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Actively supervise and engage children to ensure a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment.
• Assist with behavior management, assessments, and documentation to support individualized learning and school readiness.
• Collaborate with teachers and families to enhance educational outcomes.
• Maintain a positive and organized classroom environment that supports safety and efficiency.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or be willing to enroll in a CDA credential program within two years of hire.
• Ability and willingness to work directly with young children in a hands‑on classroom environment.
• Ability to support implementation of developmentally appropriate learning experiences and positive child guidance practices.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field with coursework in early childhood education.
• Previous experience working with preschool‑aged children in a classroom or early childhood setting.
• Experience working with children with disabilities or special needs.

• Hourly rate: $16.91–$17.76 per hour, depending on qualifications.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k).

Rural Utah Child Development (RUCD) is a comprehensive child development program designed to meet the educational, emotional, social, and health needs of children. The RUCD team works together to provide strong support and leadership, creating a consistent and quality learning environment. Children receive individualized lesson plans with developmentally appropriate learning experiences, and families are involved with their children’s education while receiving assistance with personal goals, parenting information, and involvement through parent committees and policy council.

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