Classroom Assistant Caregiver

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking Classroom Assistant Caregivers for the Spring semester. This role involves providing quality care and supervision to children, engaging in various activities, and maintaining a supportive classroom environment. Ideal candidates will be current students with a passion for child development, ready to contribute to a nurturing atmosphere. Opportunities for professional growth through training and workshops are provided. If you're enthusiastic about working with children and making a positive impact, this position offers a fulfilling experience in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student and provide proof of enrollment.
• Willingness to attend workshops and training is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and supervision to children in a classroom setting.
• Engage in activities with children and maintain a clean environment.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical caregiving

Education

Current student status

Child development course

Job description

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Accepting applications for the Spring Semester

(Work Study eligible students welcome to apply)

(Starting pay is $12.00 per hour with opportunities for pay advancements)

UW-Milwaukee Children’s Learning Center seeks classroom Assistant Caregivers for the 2025 Spring semester who have availability between the hours of 7:00 AM-6:00 PM Monday through Friday. Applicants must be current students and planning to enroll for Fall 2025 classes and be able to provide proof of enrollment upon request. Some childcare experience is preferred but not required.

***Priority consideration is given to applicants who are available to work Winter 2025 as well as those who intend to continue employment during the Summer 2025 semester.

***We also prioritize applicants who can work a minimum of 15 hours per week.

Position Summary

Provide quality care and supervision to children in a classroom setting. Work on a team-teaching basis, provide daily communication to parents and assist in the maintenance of the classroom environment.

Qualifications

Because of the Center’s need to meet child: staff ratios in classrooms, your availability is critical to our hiring process. We will only contact you for an interview if your availability matches where we have needs, so it is very important that you provide an accurate schedule. Previous experience with children is preferred but not required. Must be willing to attend workshops/training and take at least one child development course to fulfill state licensing requirements for child care workers. Training and workshops are provided on paid status by the Center.

Essential Functions

1. Move around with children at their pace and be actively involved.
2. Participate in individual, small group, and large group activities with children (e.g. art, flannel board stories, reading, singing, water play, cooking).
3. Supervise children, keeping them in sight and sound at all times.
4. Help to maintain a clean and healthy environment.
5. Provide physical caregiving, which includes napping, feeding, bathrooming, etc.
6. Prepare bottles, snacks, and lunches for children as needed.
7. Promote children’s growth by engaging in activities in the following categories: Physical/Gross Motor, Fine Motor, Social, Emotional, Cognitive, Self-help, Language Development – verbal and non-verbal, and Creative Arts.
8. Gather and share information with families at arrival and departure to help ensure a smooth transition between home and Center.
9. Communicate openly with coworkers and complete daily tasks with direction.
10. Be responsible regarding work hours, staff meetings and absences from the Center.

Additional Duties

1. Communicate openly with coworkers.
2. Administer simple first aid (e.g. ice on bump, wash cut).
3. Help out in other classrooms when needed and as allowed by pandemic guidelines.

Physical Requirements

Requires lifting children, equipment, and/or supplies up to 40 pounds, getting down to child level and moving with children at their pace. Requires constant visual and auditory monitoring of children (indoors, outdoors, and on play equipment).

Special Conditions:

none

Apply Online: https://uwm.edu/children/employment/assistant-caregiver-application/