Fall 2025 Assistant Teacher / Student Worker - Early Childhood Laboratory

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 16,531; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Lexington, KY is seeking an Assistant Teacher/Student Worker for their Early Childhood Laboratory. This part-time role involves playing with and supervising young children, assisting classroom teachers with daily routines, and managing outdoor activities. Candidates should have experience working with children and preferably possess a degree in education or a related field. The position pays $12 per hour and offers a healthy learning environment.

Qualifications

• Current negative TB test or willingness to obtain one.
• CPR and First Aid certification required within 3 months.
• Fingerprint background check required.

Responsibilities

• Play and supervise children in the Early Childhood Lab.
• Assist teachers with cleaning, organizing, and routines.
• Read to children and supervise outdoor activities.

Skills

Experience working with young children

Professionalism

Reliability

Education

Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education

Elementary Education

Special Education

Psychology

Job description

Overview

Fall 2025 Assistant Teacher / Student Worker - Early Childhood Laboratory at Inside Higher Ed. Location: Lexington, KY. Salary: $12 per hour. Type: Student; Part-Time. Requisition Number: DU11868. Department: 8G070: Early Childhood, Spec Ed & Counselor Ed.

Responsibilities

• Play with and supervise young children in the Early Childhood Lab.
• Assist classroom teachers with cleaning, organizing, and daily routines.
• Read to children and supervise activities, including walks on campus and outdoor time.

Qualifications

• Required Education: Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education or Psychology are preferred; other fields may be considered if the applicant has a strong background in early childhood.
• Required Related Experience: Experience working with young children, preferably in school settings.
• Preferred Experience: Have cared for children in child care or at home.

Licenses / Certifications

• Current negative TB test (within the last 2 years) or willingness to obtain one.
• CPR and First Aid certification required within 3 months of employment.
• Finger print background check required for all employees; to be completed when an offer is made.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds, push strollers, and get up and down from the floor several times a day. Children go outside at least twice daily; teachers supervise outdoor activities.

Schedule

Open 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Job Summary

Job duties include playing with and supervising children, assisting with daily routines, helping with classroom cleaning/organization, reading to children, and accompanying children to the playground and on campus walks.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Professional, reliable, and able to adhere to planned schedules.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Application Details

Deadline to Apply: 09/10/2025.

University Community

We value the well-being of each employee and are dedicated to a healthy work, learning, and living environment. The University of Kentucky maintains a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University complies with applicable nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunities in all aspects of institution operations. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or socio-economic status. Candidates offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings, such as a national background check and/or drug screen.