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Child Care Assistant (CS27-015)

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
East Saint Louis, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/16/2026

Description

Child Care Assistant (CS27-015)


To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Child Care Assistant (CS27-015). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

  • Assist in the supervision of children, coordinate and perform duties in the food service area.
  • Support staff in the implementation of learning experiences provided to the children, their physical needs, as well as, care and maintenance of center environment.
  • Ensure food served to children is received, stored, served and disposed of in a hygienic manner.
  • Prepare food for use by the children during meal and snack time.
FLSA: Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Possession of credentials required by Illinois Department of Children and Family Services for employment as a Child Care Assistant

Preferred Qualifications
  • Food Service Sanitation Certification

Physical examination as required by Illinois Child Care Act for employees in child care facilities. Hepatitis A immunization and TB screening is required.

Supplemental Information

Application Materials and Information:

  • To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
  • You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
  • Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
  • Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information:

Visa Sponsorship & F-1/J-1 Visas
SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided.

International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

E-Verify

SIUE is not currently enrolled in or participating in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program.

SIUE does not use E-Verify to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees through the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security databases. Therefore, the University cannot legally employ individuals who are on OPT STEM Extension, as we cannot provide an E-Verify case number, participation confirmation, or related documentation.

SIUE complies with all applicable federal employment eligibility verification requirements, including completion and maintenance of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, for all employees as required under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA).

Accommodation:If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu.

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email: careerinfo@siue.edu.

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Sick Leave

Salary : $15

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