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Form of work***THIS IS AN AFSCME TECHNICAL BARGAINING UNIT POSITION*** Job opening date 3/7/23. AFSCME Technical employees must be submitted by 3/14/23 in order to be eligible for priority consideration. Position will remain open until filled.
This is an hourly position, and your work schedule will be varable, intermittent, or on call. Starting wage $20/hour.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to repeatedly perform each of the following:
1) Physically supervise young children, protecting and preventing harm to them,
2) Immediately respond to emergency situations,
3) Visually and aurally observe children in their environment,
4) Communicate with children and their parents/guardians,
5) Move quickly,
6) Move between floor and small chairs,
7) Bend, stoop, stand, reach, squat, sit (on floor and/or child size chairs),
8) Carry and lift children weighing between 30-50 pounds,
9) Push 4-6 seat strollers while walking with children.
Model positive problem solving and respectful behavior. Must not present a risk of transmission of reportable communicable diseases as verified by health care provider.
DUTIES
1) Assist teacher in implementation of program plan to advance the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual competence of the children.
This includes:
--Providing environment of acceptance in which children can grow toward a sense of positive identity.
--Accurately observing, recording, and reporting individual and group behaviors.
--Planning and carrying out daily activities for a group of children.
--Care and supervision of children in the classroom.
--Preparation of educational materials required to implement the daily program.
--Provide sanitary and social meal/snack times.
2) Participate in establishing and maintaining an attractive, safe, healthy learning environment.
3) Direct part-time student staff and substitute staff in the care of children and provision of activities.
4) Participate in staff development opportunities.
5) Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
***Current UMD students ineligible to apply.***
--A combination of education, work/intern experience that meets State of MN Human Services Licensing Act, Rule 3 (9503.0033) requirements for Child Care centers. For example, a high school diploma/GED, 24 quarter credit hours and 4,160 hours directly related work experience.
--A background study and reference verification that meets requirements of State of MN State Human Services Licensing Act, Rule 11
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
--A combination of university education and related work experience totaling 6 years, OR certificate/credential for 2-year program in child development or early childhood education at a MN community college or technical center, OR license from the Minnesota Department of Education for Prekindergarten Associate.
--Strong leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills
--Experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
--Knowledge of and/or experience with university infrastructure.
--Ability to interface and collaborate with the campus community.
--Ability to model positive problem solving and respectful behavior.
--One year or more of formal experience working with children (birth to age 5) in a full-day Child Care program.
About the Department
UMD Preschool at the Park, located at our beautiful Chester Park site on the UMD campus, is committed to providing high quality and play based early childhood care to young children. Preschool at the Park is a preschool program serving children ages 3 to 5 years old. The program operates Monday through Friday from the first day of UMD fall semester classes through the end of May term. Full and part time enrollment options are available for students.
UMD Children's Place is located directly on campus in Kirby Plaza, and is founded in the belief of the critical importance of the first years of life and the need to embrace the diversity of our world today. The vision of Children's Place seeks to be a model program providing quality, nurturing care and educational experiences for young children and their families of diverse backgrounds and abilities by building on the strengths of our community. The program is licensed to provide full time care to 46 children between the ages of six weeks and the first day of school.
Program hours are 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The program will be closed for all University holidays and emergency/weather closings.
Programs collaborate with other university departments, as well as community early childhood professionals and specialists.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
.To apply for this position, go to: http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment/ and search for job opening #354509.
Additional documents may be attached after completing the application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading additional documents there.
***In order for your application to be complete, you MUST attach a cover letter, resume and names of three references with contract information to this online application.
***A copy of transcripts will be required at the interview.
For inquires please contact:
Leslie McFadden, Director
218-726-6727 | lmcfadd@d.umn.edu
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact a University of Minnesota Access Consultant at 612-624-3316.
If you have started receiving retirement annuity payments from the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS) or Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) your eligibility for this position may be impacted. Please contact OHR Benefits at 1-800-756-2363 for more information.
The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. Veterans and individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
***Smoking and chewing tobacco and the use of electronic cigarettes is prohibited on all UMD property, including indoor facilities, campus grounds and University vehicles.***
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)
The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.
Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.
