Indiana University (IU) Early Childhood Education Services (ECES) is committed to creating high-quality experiences for children, families, and our employees.

IU ECES 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 IU Bloomington (IUB) ECES Centers meet the academic mission of IU 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.

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Job Summary Assists the full-time teachers in providing a welcoming, calm, comfortable and nurturing environment for children ages 3-5 years. Interacts directly with the children indoors and outdoors, singing songs, playing games, reading books, and providing or assisting with children's personal care. Assists with some food preparation and/or lunch set up, and light cleaning. Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED) WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred Experience working with preschoolers SKILLS

Required Ability to effectively communicate and exchange information Dependable and punctual Relates well to young children and is sensitive to children's needs Demonstrates a high commitment to quality Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment Seeks to acquire knowledge in the area of specialty 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 have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

Hoosier Courts will provide the required trainings.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Work Hours

Several shifts are available. Please see the specifics below : Part-Time Early Morning Assistant: Monday through Friday - 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM Part-Time Morning Assistant: Monday through Friday - 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM Part-Time Rest Time Assistant: Monday through Friday - 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM Part-Time Afternoon Teacher Assistant: Monday through Friday - 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM Shifts can be combined to increase weekly hours.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

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