Early Childhood Lab Assistant Teacher - Student Worker

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking an Assistant Teacher / Student Worker for the Early Childhood Laboratory to support teachers and supervise children aged birth to 5 years. The role runs across Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027, with shifts aligning to lab hours and campus activities.

Responsibilities include supervising children, assisting with daily routines, reading to kids, and helping with classroom organization.

Qualifications

• Applicant should have experience working with young children, preferably in school or child care settings.
• Current negative TB test (within last 2 years) or willingness to obtain one; CPR and 1st aid certification required within 3 months of employment.
• All employees must have a fingerprint background check conducted when offered the job.
• Must be able to assist with daily routines and outdoor activities.

Responsibilities

• Play with and supervise young children.
• Help classroom teachers with cleaning and organizing.
• Assist with daily routines and transitions.
• Read to children and supervise playground walks.

Skills

Experience with young children

Willingness to work flexible hours

Education

Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or Special Education or Psychology preferred

Job description

University of Kentucky is seeking an Assistant Teacher / Student Worker for the Early Childhood Laboratory to support teachers and supervise children aged birth to 5 years. The role runs across Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027, with shifts aligning to lab hours and campus activities.

Responsibilities include supervising children, assisting with daily routines, reading to kids, and helping with classroom organization.