Classroom Assistant, Center for Early Childhood Education

Job Category: Creative Services
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: USA

Company Overview

With two Nobel laureates and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), UC Riverside (UCR) stands as a leader in social mobility, educational access, and research excellence. Recognized as the second-ranked university in the nation for social mobility, UCR is also proud to be both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), reinforcing its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and academic achievement.

Experience

  • At least one year of experience working in a licensed child development center.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Knowledge of health and safety protocols related to toileting, food handling, and handwashing.
  • Understanding of Developmentally Appropriate Practices as outlined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
  • Familiarity with current research and philosophies in early childhood education, including Pre-K Guidelines and Early Literacy.
  • Strong communication skills for effectively interacting with children, staff, and parents.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Capacity to follow directions and guidance to meet the needs of children, classrooms, and parents.
  • Physical ability to lift and carry children up to 30 pounds as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ability to perform CPR/First Aid for injured children who may be unable to stand or walk.

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