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Assistant Caregiver
Butler Center for Early Learning
The University of Mary is seeking both full-time and part-time Assistant Caregivers for the new Butler Center for Early Learning in downtown Bismarck. The Butler Center for Early Learning (CEL) is a licensed childcare and preschool and is scheduled to open June 1, 2025.
The Assistant Caregiver will ensure that children are properly supervised at all times. The Assistant Caregiver will support the lead teacher or caregiver in maintaining schedules and routines that support the optimal development of young children. The Assistant Caregiver, in coordination with the lead teacher or caregiver, will organize activities and support the guidance of the children and management of the classroom. The Assistant Caregiver may move from classroom to classroom depending on area of greatest need and may cover the receptionist desk. The Assistant Caregiver may be required to complete other duties as assigned.
Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.
Desired Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience Include:
We thank you for your interest in the University of Mary. Founded in 1959 by the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, the campus overlooks the beautiful Missouri river and is located in Bismarck, North Dakota, a community of approximately 75,000 people, with wonderful family and parish life, friendly neighborhoods, enjoyable recreational and cultural facilities, a low crime rate, clean air, and excellent schools. The University of Mary, with an enrollment of over 3,800 students, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
This position is both part-time and full-time. Full-time positions receive:
Review of application materials will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.
To view all of our current openings, please visit our career page at https://universityofmary.applytojob.com/apply/.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Butler Center for Early Learning
The University of Mary is seeking both full-time and part-time Assistant Caregivers for the new Butler Center for Early Learning in downtown Bismarck. The Butler Center for Early Learning (CEL) is a licensed childcare and preschool and is scheduled to open June 1, 2025.
The Assistant Caregiver will ensure that children are properly supervised at all times. The Assistant Caregiver will support the lead teacher or caregiver in maintaining schedules and routines that support the optimal development of young children. The Assistant Caregiver, in coordination with the lead teacher or caregiver, will organize activities and support the guidance of the children and management of the classroom. The Assistant Caregiver may move from classroom to classroom depending on area of greatest need and may cover the receptionist desk. The Assistant Caregiver may be required to complete other duties as assigned.
Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.
Desired Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience Include:
- Required: Must be at least 16 years of age
- Required: Basic Child Care Training as approved through Growing Futures Professional Development Registry
- Preferred: Associate’s degree in early childhood education or Montessori training
- Upholds and supports the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary
- Supports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities.
- Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Butler Center for Early Learning and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict’s admonition that all be received as Christ.
- Provide for the nutritional and hygienic needs of the children in care.
- Ability to organize engaging and educational activities, using the Montessori Method and materials as a foundation, under the direction of the lead teacher or caregiver.
- Ability to patiently work with young children on their social-emotional development.
- Ability to communicate effectively with parents and coworkers.
- Provide proper supervision to children at all times.
- Ability to understand and comply with N.D. Department of Health and Human Services childcare and preschool licensing rules.
- Ability to clean and sanitize the environment as needed.
We thank you for your interest in the University of Mary. Founded in 1959 by the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, the campus overlooks the beautiful Missouri river and is located in Bismarck, North Dakota, a community of approximately 75,000 people, with wonderful family and parish life, friendly neighborhoods, enjoyable recreational and cultural facilities, a low crime rate, clean air, and excellent schools. The University of Mary, with an enrollment of over 3,800 students, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
This position is both part-time and full-time. Full-time positions receive:
- Retirement benefits with an 8% match
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Free or discounted tuition for employees and dependents
- Discounted Meal Plan
- Discounted membership at the campus Wellness Center
Review of application materials will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.
To view all of our current openings, please visit our career page at https://universityofmary.applytojob.com/apply/.
Equal Opportunity Employer
