FTE: 100
Position Summary: Assists with curriculum preparation, classroom facilitation, and student monitoring to ensure safety and foster an environment of learning and development. Interacts regularly with parents.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Required:
High school diploma Be at least 18 years of age and meet DCF 251.05 (3) (g) Experience working with young children. Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff Able to acquire Registry Certificate at a level 5 or higher or eligibility to register at level 5 Completed approved childcare course or willing to complete online within 6 months of start date CPR certified within 6 months of start date Successful completion of a post-offer employment test. Preferred:
Associate degree in early childhood or related field Two years or more experience working with infants, toddlers, and/or preschool aged children in a classroom. Knowledge of Department of Children and Families Division of Early Care and Education ( DCF 251) Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants will be required to provide:
· Resume; · Cover letter addressing how your education and experience relate to the responsibilities and knowledge, skills, and abilities as outlined in the job posting; Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references who can specifically comment on your ability, experience and preparation. A criminal background check will be completed on final candidates. It will also require you and your most recent employer to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. The selected candidate must be able to pass a post-offer employment test. A six-month probationary period is required. The minimum starting pay rate is $17.00 per hour. Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.75%; 212 hours of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to .
Inquiries should be addressed to Katy Huneke at . UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at . About University of Wisconsin River Falls
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