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Job Description
Salary:
$17.50•$19.00
Hourly Location:
Main Campus•225 S University Ave, St. George 84770,
UT Job Type:
Part-Time Staff Job Number:
26HRL999-27
Division:
College of Education Department:
Family Studies & Human Development Opening Date:
05/27/2026 Position Announcement The Family Studies and Human Development at Utah Tech University in St. George, Utah invites applications for a part-time Preschool Teacher at our Tiny Trailblazers Preschool, starting Fall Semester for the 2026-2027 school year. This position consists of teaching 3•5 year old children and mentoring college students training to become preschool teachers. Utah Tech Tiny Trailblazers Preschool is a lab for our college students to observe, and assist as part of the Early Childhood Education program.
Responsibilities Responsibilities:
Preschool teacher will perform a variety of duties related to managing a preschool class of 14•20 children between 3•5 years of age. Work closely with the Preschool Lab Coordinator in planning preschool curriculum that reflect and model what UT students are learning in their classrooms. Provide and maintain a high quality and developmentally appropriate education program. Preschool teacher is responsible for presenting and implementing preschool curriculum that allows children to problem solve, explore and learn through play-oriented activities. Provide a positive and creative learning environment within the classroom. Model best practices with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) learning standards. Mentor college students training to become preschool teachers. Communicate genuinely and effectively with children, parents, UT students, and co-workers. Regular attendance and dependability is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. 25 hours per week with the following schedule: Mondays•8:30-11:45, 12:15-3:15 Tuesdays•8:30-12:00 Wednesdays 8:30-11:45, 12:15-3:15 Thursdays 8:30-12:00 Fridays 8:30-1:30
Qualifications Minimum Education:
Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent Minimum of 2 years experience assisting in early childhood setting, such as preschool, primary grades in public education, Head Start program, etc. Strong organizational, communications, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work well with parents, children, college students and co-workers both orally and in writing. Strong commitment to work collaboratively. Supplemental Information
POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Part-time hourly staff position (25 hours per week). Hourly rate of $17.50-19.00 per hour depending on experience. Free access to Employee Assistance Program thru Blomquist-Hale and HPC Fitness Center/Recreation facilities on-campus; see https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/newemployee/getting-started/new-trailblazers/ for list of part-time staff employee benefits
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
To apply, please fill out online application https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/part-time-application/ and email application materials to Jessica Francis ( jessica.francis@utahtech.edu ) Please including cover letter, resume, and two to three professional references. Applications will be reviewed as received . If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities in order to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office at (435) 652-7520.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY
Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life." and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles northeast of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University . Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 13,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including doctoral, masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered, who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the University's mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must provide employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Utah Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at hr@utahtech.edu or 435-652-7500. Utah Tech University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services. For more information or contact information, please visit https://titleix.utahtech.edu/reporting-discrimination/ . For important information regarding academics, campus safety, student services, employment laws, and other regulatory requirements, visit Utah Tech University's Right-to-Know https://utahtech.
edu/right-to-know/ and Clery Act https:
//police.utahtech.edu/clery-act websites. Benefits Utah Tech University offers a variety of miscellaneous benefits and discounts to employees, both for use on-campus and off-campus. Employee Assistance Program Human Performance Center Access (HPC) Booth Wellness Center Workshops Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Workshops Additional Benefits and Discounts P/T Instructor Tuition Waiver Form No other benefits are offered for this position.
