Work Study Clerical Student Employee Child Care Attendant (KidRec)(HFRC)

Moraine Valley Community College; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College is seeking a Work Study Clerical Student Employee for the Child Care Attendant (KidRec) role in the Health Fitness & Recreation Center at the Main Campus. Responsibilities include general administrative tasks, phone duties, and assisting staff in caring for children.

Shifts run Sunday through Saturday with varied times; background checks may be required. Eligibility for Work Study, a minimum 2.0 GPA, and enrollment in credit hours are necessary to apply.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated effective and clear verbal and written communication.
• Engage in critical thinking to solve problems and make decisions.
• Work as a productive team member within the department.
• Utilize information technology tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email).
• Demonstrate self-management: dependable with strong work habits and time management.
• Demonstrate openness to diversity and respectful interaction with all people.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support and customer service to staff and visitors.
• Answer phones, maintain records, and support daily office operations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise good judgement in handling information.
• Assist in supervising and engaging children during program activities.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and follow department procedures.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Information technology

Self-management

Cultural inclusion

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Internet

Email

Job description

Position Title:

Work Study Clerical Student Employee Child Care Attendant (KidRec)(HFRC)

Posting Number:

SE0056

Student Employment Type of Position:

Clerical

Academic Year:

2026-2027

Actual Salary:

$15.00

Semester:

Spring , Fall

Department:

Health Fitness & Recreation Center

Supervisor:

Erin Stevenson

Direct Supervisor Email:

[e-mail]

Direct Supervisor Phone:

[phone]

Work Location:

Main Campus

Duties/Skills:

General Administrative Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Run Errands, Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, Good Judgement, Answer Phones, Good oral and written communication skills

Qualifications-The student hired for this position should know how to::

• Effectively Communicate: Student must have effective and clear verbal and written communication (including listening skills).
• Demonstrate Critical Thinking: Students must engage in critical thinking (problem solving, decision-making, applied knowledge, creativity) to initiate and implement solutions to problems.
• Participate as a Productive Member of a Team: Student must use teamwork skills (relationship building, interpersonal skills) and become a contributor to the department.
• Utilise Information & Technology Effectively: Student must have current technology skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email, etc.).
• Implement Self-Management Skills: Student must be dependable with strong work habits; able to manage time and priorities, work independently, punctual and operate for the greater good & provide service to all.
• Cultural Inclusion: Student must demonstrate openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and value individuals’ differences.

Days Needed:

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Times Needed:

8:30 am-12 pm and 5-8 pm Mondays thru Fridays as well as 8:30 am-1 pm Saturdays, and 8:30 am – noon Sundays

Additional Job Duties/Skills/Requirements:

• Ensure the safety of children
• Interact with and engage children in play
• Maintain a safe environment
• Foster positive relationships with parents and children
• Attend scheduled staff meetings
• *This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Posting Date:

07/27/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:

STUDENT MUST HAVE WORK STUDY AWARD!
During the Fall and Spring, student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week and must be enrolled in 6 or more credit hours. During the Summer, holiday break and spring break student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 25 hours per week. Summer only, students must be enrolled in 3 or more credit hours. Student employees must always maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. *This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.