ELC Child Care Support Staff I (Student Position)

Ferris State University; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 18,914 - 19,272; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University is seeking a Student Employment - General level Child Care Support Staff I for the Early Learning Center in Big Rapids, MI. The advertised salary is $13.73-$13.99 per hour.

The role involves assisting staff with daily activities for children aged 0 months to 5 years and requires clearances before contact with children. Important steps include completing on-boarding requirements and maintaining MiRegistry certification.

Qualifications

• Must have National fingerprint clearance.
• National sex offender registry clearance.
• IChat criminal clearance.
• Upon hire, register and maintain MiRegistry certification before contact with children.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with daily routines and sanitation in all areas of the center, including all indoor and outdoor activities.
• Demonstrate dependability, initiative, sound judgment, and flexibility.
• Must be able to follow all safety and regulatory guidelines.

Job description

ELC Child Care Support Staff I (Student Position)

Job no: 497988
Work type: Student Employment - General
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: Child Care Support Staff 1 (Student Position)

Location: Big Rapids, MI

Department: Early Learning Center

Advertised Salary: $13.73-$13.99

Summary of Position: Working in a fast-paced environment with children ages 0 months-5 years, providing support to center staff in managing daily activities at the Early Learning Center.

Position Requirements: All employees are required to have National fingerprint clearance, national sex offender registry clearance and an IChat criminal clearance.

Upon hire employee must register and maintain certification on the MiRegistry database and complete on-boarding requirements, before contact with children can occur.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Duties include (under direct supervision):

• Assisting with daily routines and sanitation in all areas of the center, including all indoor and outdoor activities.
• Successful applicants will demonstrate dependability, initiative, sound judgment, and flexibility.
• Must be able to follow all safety and regulatory guidelines.

Number of Positions Available: 8

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/ Class Schedule

Job Close Date: August 31, 2026

EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmitive Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community atferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit:Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .

Advertised: 01 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time