Child Development Program Assistant

Child Development Program Assistant

Job no: 520201

Work type: On Campus

Location: Normal, Illinois

Division Name: Academic Affairs

Department: Thomas Metcalf School

Job Summary

The Child Development Program Assistant will assist both the Lunch Program Coordinator and Child Programming Coordinator by supervising and maintaining the kitchen before, during, and after lunch service as well as working directly with the after-school care and summer camp programs. The Program Assistant will engage in some program/activity planning, family communication, and relationship building with students, families, and other departments on campus.

This is a 12-month, year-round position.

Additional Information

Thomas Metcalf School houses learners from preschool through 8th grade.

University Benefit Highlights:

- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life

- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options

- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents

- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks

- Paid benefit time

For more University Benefit information:

Information regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Previous work, volunteer, or internship experience that required regular interaction with children.

Valid U.S. driver’s license

Food sanitation certificate within first 6 months of employment.

ISU Vehicle Driver Certificate within first 6 months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Food service experience

Experience with planning and implementing crafts and activities

Work Hours

7.5 hours per day with a flexible schedule; typical work hours are 9:15am-5:15pm Monday through Friday

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

Move about in various locations throughout Metcalf, as well as on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work

Lift up to 50 pounds

Effectively communicate on a daily basis

Proposed Starting Date

As soon as practical, no later than July 01, 2025

Required Applicant Documents

Reference List

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Optional Applicant Documents

Transcripts - See Special Instructions to Applicants for additional options

Certification of Retirement Annuity

Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.

College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.

To be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.

Transcripts and/or military service documentation may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:

Fax:, Attn: Kira Shelton

Address: Illinois State University

Human Resources

Campus Box 1300

Normal, IL 61790-1300

The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.

The final candidate for this position will be required to provide a copy of their valid U.S. driver's license. Human Resources will contact the final candidate at the appropriate time to obtain a copy of this document.

Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Contact Information for Applicants

Kira Shelton

Human Resources

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at .

Application Opened: 04/18/2025 10:55 AM CST

Application Closes: 05/11/2025 11:55 PM CST

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Child Development Program Assistant

Opened

04/18/2025

Closes

05/11/2025

Department

Thomas Metcalf School

Looking for an individual with strong initiative and a love for children to support the lunch program, after school care program, and summer camp programs at Thomas Metcalf Laboratory School.

Current Opportunities

Child Development Program Assistant

Opened

04/18/2025

Closes

05/11/2025

Department

Thomas Metcalf School

Looking for an individual with strong initiative and a love for children to support the lunch program, after school care program, and summer camp programs at Thomas Metcalf Laboratory School.