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Lead Caregiver
Butler Center for Early Learning
The University of Mary is seeking a full-time Lead Caregiver 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 Lead Caregiver is responsible for the safety and supervision of the children in care. The Lead Caregiver is responsible for the development of schedules and routines that promote the development of the children. The Lead Caregiver will plan and implement engaging learning activities and will assist the children in developing self-care practices. The Lead 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.
Benefits 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.
For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/Go37Hy6QrVs
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 a full-time Lead Caregiver 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 Lead Caregiver is responsible for the safety and supervision of the children in care. The Lead Caregiver is responsible for the development of schedules and routines that promote the development of the children. The Lead Caregiver will plan and implement engaging learning activities and will assist the children in developing self-care practices. The Lead 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.
Benefits Include:
- 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
- Required: Basic Child Care Training as approved through Growing Futures Professional Development Registry
- Preferred: A bachelor's degree in early childhood education or child development or Montessori training
- Preferred: N.D State Teacher license for early childhood education or Montessori certification
- 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.
- Responsible for providing a safe physical environment for children in care.
- Provide for the nutritional and hygienic needs of the children.
- Ability to plan fun and stimulating activities, using the Montessori Method and materials as a foundation.
- Ability to adapt to children’s learning styles.
- Ability to patiently work with young children in their social-emotional development.
- Ability to communicate effectively with parents and coworkers.
- Provide proper supervision to children at all times.
- Understanding and ability to 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.
For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/Go37Hy6QrVs
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
