Childcare Assistant
University of North Dakota

Salary/Position Classification

• $12.00-13.00 Hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 10-20 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability: No

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position. Position may continue into the academic year, if agreed upon.

• Assist in the implementation of planned activities that promote growth in all developmental domains
  • a. Set a positive example of how learning is fun
  • b. Assist children with activities to further their growth and development
  • c. Assist with set-up and clean-up of activities
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all children, families, and coworkers
• Promote a positive and friendly atmosphere to families/individuals
  • a. Extends warm welcome to others by introducing self, using eye contact, using first names, and not showing favoritism to individual children, co-workers, or parents
• Assist Experienced Teachers in offering support to students-in-training
  • a. Be a positive role model of professionalism to all employees at the Learning Center
  • b. Answer questions, if able, or find an experienced teacher to answer the questions
• Become knowledgeable of and carry out the University Children's Learning Center policies and goals as outlined in the Student Caregiver Guide
  • a. Become familiar with the Parent Guide
• Work closely with the teachers to create a close, caring, respectful relationship with each child's family
• Assist in preparation of a rich, stimulating, learning environment for children. This may require that one be able to move and carry furniture, lift 30 lb. bags of sand or rice, carry outdoor equipment indoors or outdoors, etc.
• Assist in providing a healthy and safe environment. This requires that one be agile and strong.
• Assist in maintaining the daily routine that meets children's need for rest, nutrition, quiet and active play, both in and outdoors, throughout the day. (Requires that one be able to play comfortably on the floor, sit on the floor for long periods of time, sit in child-sized chairs at low table, hold children in one's lap, and play outdoors for long periods of time in both hot and cold weather.)
• Complete and maintain membership in professional organizations (local, state, and national)
• Attend workshops, seminars, conferences, and enroll in college courses that promote one's professional growth
• Practice use of ideas and knowledge acquired, sharing this information with other staff
• Maintain familiarity and meet minimum requirements as indicated by the ND Child Care Center Early Childhood Services - Chapter 75-03-10, Licensing Rules and Regulations. Adhere to these policies to the best of your ability.
• Attend the appropriate amount of certified training annually
• Keep current on Early Childhood Education and Child Care issues

As a result of working in this position, the staff member will gain the following skills:

• Professionalism
• Leadership
• Communication
• Learning & Application
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

• Upon being hired, UCLC will provide the following:
  • Enrollment in North Dakota Growing Futures training program for childcare professional development
  • Basic child care course from North Dakota Growing Futures called, "Getting Started". This must be completed within 90 days of employment
  • CPR/First Aid/AED training. This must be completed within 60 days of employment.
  • ND Mandated Reporter Training
• Must have accepted a Federal Work Study Award from the Office of Student Finance
• Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits for the employed academic semester
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check - includes fingerprinting

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

• Experience working with children 3-5 years old
• Focus on early childhood education, child development, elementary education, nursing, occupational therapy, or related fields

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
* Resume
* 2 References not related to the applicant

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include: resume, cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Hawk Central or email us at und.careerservices@und.edu.