Indiana University Early Childhood Education Services (ECES) is committed to creating high-quality experiences for children, families, and our employees.
IU Early Childhood Education Services provides year-round, high-quality care and education at nationally accredited centers for children ages birth through 5 years. Our commitment to high-quality is demonstrated by providing child-centered, active learning environments based on research supported best practices, through degreed teachers, strong campus support, and adherence to the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). In addition to the service component, the IUB ECES Centers meet the academic mission of Indiana University by providing sites for student training and by serving as research sites for faculty and students. Finally, the early childhood centers at IUB serve as model high quality, early education programs for the Bloomington community and the state of Indiana.
Job Summary
Our relationship-based philosophy is focused on a team approach with the goal of providing excellent care for children. In each of our 4 classrooms, a fast-paced environment, designed for the success of the children, is facilitated by all. Teacher's Aides' work very closely with a team of Lead Teachers and receive coaching/mentoring on a consistent basis.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
Serves as a strong supportive role on a team.
Observes and supervises children and their activities.
Ensures the general safety and well-being of all children.
Communicates openly and respectfully with children, parents, and staff.
Helps support children as they work to develop physical and communication skills.
Always maintains work area - all staff members share in the housekeeping and cleaning duties.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
Preferred
Coursework in child development
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
Experience working with infants and toddlers
SKILLS
Required
Ability to effectively communicate and exchange information
Dependable and punctual
Relates well to young children and sensitive to children's needs
Working Conditions / Demands
This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 40 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$12.00 per hour.
Work Hours
This position is kept at 29 hours per week.
Shift hours:
12:00 PM-3:00 PM
12:00 PM-5:30 PM
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
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