Our Mission

• Positively transforming learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with children 5-12 years of age
• Good human relations and communication skills
• Ability to be flexible to meet the needs and interests of children
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate behavior of children
• Management and organizational skills
• Reliable transportation
• At least six credit hours of Child Development course work (preferred)

• The hourly wage for this position, as well as Information regarding the fringe benefits associated with this position can be found on the attached document.

• The District is accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis. We continuously evaluate the number of positions needed and schedule interviews as appropriate.

• Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.

• If you want to learn more about this position or other career opportunities in Champaign Unit 4 Schools, please contact our Assistant Director of Human Resources & Employee Engagement, Ms. Jey L. Owens, at owensje@u4sd.org. Please include your resume. You are also welcome to call the Kids Plus office at (217) 351-3719 with questions about the hiring process.