Transient - Children's Center Assistant Teacher

lsu; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Louisiana State University of Alexandria seeks a transient Children’s Center Assistant Teacher to support staffing, classroom operations, and daily care at LSUA Children’s Center. The position may be assigned to a classroom regularly or as needed, including coverage during staff absences and support for student workers.

Responsibilities include supervising children, maintaining ratios, helping with meals and routines, and documenting activities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to pass a Child Care Background Check.
• Must obtain Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification.
• Must complete required training applicable to assigned responsibilities.
• Previous childcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well‑being of children at all times.
• Maintain staff‑to‑child ratios and know caregiver counts by classroom.
• Assist with daily activities, routines, meals, diapering, rest time, and cleanup.
• Document medication administration and other required information for the classroom.

Skills

Childcare experience

CPR/First Aid certification

Background check clearance

Job description

About Us

Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.

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Job Posting Title

Transient - Children's Center Assistant Teacher

Position Type

Transient (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Department

LSUA FA - ChildCtr - Daycare (Sarah Grace Corley (00066261))

Work Location

LSU - Alexandria

Pay Grade

Temporary

Job Description

LSUA Children's Center

Job Description

Transient Assistant Teacher

Position Summary

The Transient Teacher is a flexible position responsible for supporting the staffing, classroom, and operational needs of LSUA Children's Center. Transient Teachers may be assigned to a classroom on a regular or as-needed basis, provide coverage during staff absences, support student workers, or assist with other specialized responsibilities based on the needs of the Center and the employee's experience and strengths.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times, being alert to individual and group needs.
• Know how many children are in your care at all times, as well as their names and ages, and maintain required staff-to-child ratios.
• Assist with or assume classroom responsibilities as assigned, including daily activities, routines, meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, classroom preparation, and cleaning.
• Document medication administration, diapering, feeding, naps, and other required information as applicable to the assigned classroom.
• Administer medication only when appropriately trained and in accordance with the Center's Medication Policy.
• Follow established classroom routines and Center policies related to supervision, sleeping procedures, health, hygiene, behavior and safety.
• Observe and report any special needs, concerns, or suspected cases of child abuse or neglect to the Director immediately.
• Provide guidance and feedback to student workers and communicate concerns or additional training needs to the Director or Assistant Director.
• Assist with Center-wide projects, events, staff training, classroom preparation, administrative tasks, or other operational needs as assigned.
• Follow all Center policies and procedures.
• Complete special assignments as designated by the Director, which may include supporting staff or student worker orientation and training, assisting with Center-wide projects or initiatives, providing administrative or operational support, or fulfilling other responsibilities based on Center needs and the employee's experience and strengths.
• Complete at least 12 hours of approved educational training annually, as well as CPR/First Aid, Health and Safety, Medication Administration, and other required training.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to pass a Child Care Background Check.
• Must obtain Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification.
• Must complete required training applicable to assigned responsibilities.
• Previous childcare experience preferred.

Additional Job Description

Competencies: None

Special Instructions

Please attach resume and three references

Background check is required for hire.

Questions or concerns about your application

should be directed to LSUA Human Resources at 318-473-6401 or [e-mail].

Please attach all transcripts to your application for proof of education.

Posting Date

September 21, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified)

September 28, 2026

Additional Position Information

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.