Be a part of a dynamic and professional teaching team while gaining invaluable experience with young children!

The St. Norbert College Children’s Center is looking for several childcare assistants for their summer programs. The childcare assistants will work closely with the Lead Teachers in conducting daily duties such as preparing lessons, serving meals, recording attendance, engaging in play, assisting in putting children to sleep, and most importantly, creating a safe environment.

To be successful as a childcare assistant, an individual must have a genuine passion for working with children and demonstrate consistent patience. This role requires a friendly, positive attitude, with an emphasis on building strong relationships by greeting both children and parents by name. A childcare assistant is also responsible for actively supervising children at all times to ensure their safety and well-being.

Responsibilities:

• Work under the supervision of lead-teachers

• Support each child’s social, emotional, and intellectual growth and development

• Ensure the well-being and safety of children at all times

• Be present and engaged during class sessions

• Enforce class rules to help teach appropriate behavior

• Prepare for instruction by setting up materials

• Consistently monitor and supervise the children

• Alert the lead teachers to concerns and emergencies

• Greet parents each day and address children by name

Requirements:

• Be at least 18 years old by June 1st

• Complete all paperwork required by DCF licensing

• Complete a name-based and fingerprint background check

• Have a physical within 30 days of hire, or within the past 12 months

• Comfortable interacting with children

• Able to communicate with staff and families

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt until the positions are filled.

St. Norbert College (SNC), a Catholic, Norbertine and Liberal Arts College provides an educational environment that fosters intellectual, spiritual and personal development.  As the only Norbertine institution of higher learning in the world, our roots, traditions, and commitments create a unique and enriching educational experience for our students.  

At SNC, our commitment to communio – the Norbertine ideal of a community united as one – is grounded in the principles of dignity, truth and justice. Consistent with these principles, St. Norbert is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.  

We seek those who will embrace our mission and commitment to building a vibrant, diverse, and spiritually engaged community (https://snc.edu/mission).

Non-Exempt

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the job if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the job. Percentage of time may vary widely depending on the needs of the position during any particular time period. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.