Child Development Assistant -Location TBD

Young World Physical Education; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Child Development Assistant for a location to be determined in Springfield, IL. The role supports the Project SCOPE program in an elementary school with a 5-hour workday and 203 days per year, including 13 paid holidays.

Starting immediately, full-time consideration noted but part-time possible if needed. Responsibilities include fee collection, program oversight, and fostering positive relations with children and parents.

Qualifications

• Candidates should show genuine interest in school-age children.
• Candidate should relate well with children and adults in a warm, positive manner.
• Willingness to fulfill program goals and objectives.
• Preferred degree in child care, teaching or related area.

Responsibilities

• Collect fees from parents and maintain bookkeeping records.
• Assist in overseeing the Project SCOPE program in an elementary school.
• Meet the needs of the individual child with dignity and respect.
• Establish positive liaison with parents and children.
• Share housekeeping responsibilities with staff.
• Attend staff meetings and training programs.
• Support school rules and staff members.
• Carry out other duties assigned by the Coordinator.

Skills

Interest in children

Positive attitude

Program goals

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Split shift

CPR/First Aid readiness

Education

Degree in Child Care/Teaching

Job description

Child Development Assistant -Location TBD

Job Details

Job ID: 5874522

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

DAYS PER YEAR: 203 (includes 13 paid holidays)

HOURS PER DAY: 5 (6 HOURS ON WEDNESDAYS)

(May consider part-time candidate if full-time position cannot be filled)

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Highly interested in school-age children.
• Warm, positive attitude and an ability to relate with children and adults.
• Willingness to fulfill the program goals.
• Prefer Degree in Child Care, teaching or related area of study.
• Take any required online training classes (Gateways).
• Become CPR and First Aid certified (Project SCOPE will provide the class).
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work a split shift.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect fees from parents and maintain all bookkeeping records.
• Assist in overseeing the Project SCOPE program in an elementary school in cooperation with the Project SCOPE office and the principal of the assigned school.
• Meet the needs of the individual child and treat each child with dignity and respect.
• Establish a positive liaison with parents and children.
• Assume an equal share of housekeeping responsibilities with the staff.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in training programs.
• Support the school’s rules and staff members.
• Other duties as assigned by the Coordinator or Assistant Coordinator.

SALARY

Assistant: $17.83 per hour (26-27)

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.83 Per Hour

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > After School Programs

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• 3063 Fiat Ave
• Springfield, Illinois 62703
• Phone: [phone]