Teaching Assistant Jobs in Utah

This is a 9 month position, mid August through May, following WSU’s academic schedule. This is a 40 hours a week full-time position. Assist with all aspects of classroom teaching, planning, following NAEYC accreditation standards, and leading the classroom in the Mentor teacher’s absence. Implement learning experiences for children 1-5 years old. Implement classroom schedules and routines, inside and outside, including lunch, snack and nap/rest time. Assemble instructional materials as directed by the teacher, lead small and whole groups and 1-on-1 lessons as directed by the teacher. Implement child guidance strategies using the same emphasis & techniques as the teacher. Conduct observations, collect data, maintain records. Correspond and meet with family members under the direction of the teacher. Attend appropriate in-service and professional development opportunities. Routine cleaning of classroom and materials and provide health services as assigned. Perform duties in accordance with the MSL Children’s School’s policies and procedures and in accordance with the NAEYC Standards, Utah licensing, and Utah State Competencies. Perform additional duties, when needed, as directed by the teacher and/or director. This position reports to the program director and receives guidance from the classroom Mentor teachers.

Required:

The following are required for the position, but can be acquired before the start date:

Knowledge of NAEYC standards, state licensing requirements, and Child Plus Software are all preferred.

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this 9-month position starts at $30,750 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package.

To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.

For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.

Screening of applications will begin November 12, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.