Child Care Support

Overview

About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The university serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. Visit the university website: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Final date to receive applications: 2/18/2026

Minimum Starting Salary: $16.00 per hour

Child care assistants will work with children ages 6 weeks to age 5. They will work in cooperation with others to provide quality care and education to the children that we serve.

• Assist teachers in planning and participation of appropriate activities that promote all areas of development in children.
• Assist teachers in the use of the center s assessment plan to compile written assessments of all children. Assist in the development of children s growth and development, as well as the learning in the classroom.
• Assist in the design and maintenance of a classroom environment that is child focused and will encompass all aspects of developmentally appropriate practice.
• Assist in the supervision of children in order to promote their health and safety.
• Maintain an awareness of the physical needs of the children and assist in ensuring that they re met as well as individual health concerns. Communicate any concerns to the lead teacher and/or the Director.
• Greet parents and children upon arrival and maintain daily communication and cooperation between teachers, parents, and administration.
• Work cooperatively with the center Director, teachers, staff, and UIS administration.
• Be a mentor and positive role model.
• Remain sensitive to the needs of both parents and children, and respect the diversity reflected in families including the use of ethical guidelines.
• Assist in the completion of and compliance with all required paperwork.
• Assist with the care and maintenance of the classroom, equipment, and materials. Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in scheduled staff meetings and/or services, working cooperatively with others. Complete all required annual continuing education hours.

Minimum Qualifications: High School Graduate

Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of 60 college credits, with at least 6 related to Child Development/Education.

• Standing:
  Frequently
• Walking:
  Frequently
• Sitting:
  Frequently
• Lifting:
  Occasionally
• Carrying:
  Occasionally
• Pushing:
  Occasionally
• Pulling:
  Rarely
• Climbing:
  Rarely
• Balancing:
  Rarely
• Stooping:
  Occasionally
• Kneeling:
  Occasionally
• Crouching:
  Occasionally
• Crawling:
  Rarely
• Reaching:
  Occasionally
• Handling:
  Frequently
• Grasping:
  Occasionally
• Feeling:
  Frequently
• Talking:
  Frequently
• Hearing:
  Frequently
• Repetitive Motions:
  Frequently
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination:
  Frequently
• Taste/Smell:
  Occasionally
• Performing Manual Tasks:
  Frequently

• Extreme cold:
  Rarely
• Extreme heat:
  Rarely
• Humid:
  Occasionally
• Wet:
  Occasionally
• Noise:
  Frequently
• Hazards:
  Occasionally
• Temperature Change:
  Rarely
• Atmospheric
  
  Conditions:
  
  Rarely
• Vibration:
  Rarely

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The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations.

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This position is not eligible for benefits.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State Universities…