Begin Anew - Children's Program Assistant

Belmont University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont University invites applications for the Begin Anew - Children’s Program Assistant, a student employee position at one of two Belmont campuses (Woodbine or Madison). You will support Bible study, homework help, and crafts for children from infant through 5th grade under the supervision of the Children’s Program Coordinator.

This off-campus position requires Federal Work Study eligibility and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Off-campus position.
• Federal Work Study eligibility and reliable transportation required.
• Must be enrolled as a Belmont University student.
• Experience with children, preferably in a church or Christian environment.
• Willingness to assist with math, literacy, reading and other subjects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Bible study, homework help, and crafts or playtime for infant–5th grade.
• AID elementary-aged children with homework and provide tutoring in math and literacy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Childcare experience

Patience

Education

Enrollment at Belmont University

Job description

Begin Anew - Children's Program Assistant

Employment Type Student Employee

Hourly Rate $18.00

Special Note: All students are required to read the BU Student Employment Policy prior to submitting an application. All Federal Work-Study students should read the program rules and regulations located at http://www.belmont.edu/sfs/employment/fws.html

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Under guidance and direction of the Children’s Program Coordinator, the Children’s Program Assistant will assist in executing the 3 components of our Children’s Programming: Bible Study, homework help, and craft or playtime, at a specific campus. This person will consistently offer a high level of excellence and care in Children’s Programming for children aged infant‑5th grade.

• Assist in conducting age‑appropriate activities for the children (infant through 5th grade). This will include a Bible study, help with homework as needed, and time for play.
• Aid elementary‑aged children with homework and provide tutoring in math, literacy, reading, and other subjects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

There are two location that are available: Woodbine and Madison.

Works in well‑lit, ventilated and climate‑controlled environment. Noise level in the work environment is typical for a childcare or school environment. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties. While performing the duties of this job, the colleague is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit for extended periods of time; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl; speak or hear. The colleague must occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Required Qualifications

This is an off‑campus position.

Applicants MUST have Federal Work Study and reliable means of transportation to be considered.

Training and resources will be provided to you by the Program Manager and/or Children’s Program Coordinator.

Required Education Must be enrolled as a student at Belmont University.

Required Experience

• Experience working with children, preferably in a church or Christian environment.
• Willingness to work with different cultures and faith beliefs.
• Pleasant and calm demeanor in working with children, staff members, volunteers, and others.

Belmont University is a Christ‑centered community. The University faculty, administration, and staff uphold Jesus as the Christ and as the measure for all things. As a community seeking to uphold Christian standards of morality, ethics, and conduct, Belmont University holds high expectations of each person who chooses to join the community. In compliance with federal law, including provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973/the Americans with Disabilities Act, Belmont University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, or sexual orientation in its administration of education policies, programs or activities; its admissions policies; or employment. Consistent with applicable civil rights law, the University primarily hires employees of the Christian faith who are committed to support the mission of the University. The University has appointed the Chief Human Resources Officer/Deputy Title IX Coordinator to serve as coordinator of non‑discrimination compliance for staff and faculty. The Director of Institutional Equity and Compliance and Title IX Coordinator serves as coordinator of compliance for Title IX (sex discrimination) issues and questions for students. Click here to learn more.

*In accordance with accrediting standards for its professional education programs in law and medicine, the University does not apply religious criteria in hiring employees within those programs. All employees hired by the University, regardless of religious faith, shall be committed to Belmont’s Christ‑centered, student‑focused mission.

Belmont's Office of Human Resources will conduct ongoing evaluations of the means by which candidates for employment are sought, to the end that the pool of candidates will include qualified women, minorities, veteransand disabled individuals. Belmont University is an equal opportunity employer under all applicable civil rights laws.