About the role#
The Work Study Student joins the teaching team to help implement classroom activities. You will work under the direct supervision of an Assistant, Teacher, or Lead Teacher to perform daily tasks that create a healthy, safe, and educational environment for children. This position reports to the Lead Teacher or Program Director.
What you'll do#
- Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly learning environment while ensuring the well-being of all children.
- Promote healthy eating habits and use positive guidance techniques.
- Support a curriculum that balances quiet and active learning, as well as child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities.
- Facilitate physical development through the use of indoor and outdoor play materials.
- Assist with extracurricular programs, including music, gymnastics, and swimming.
- Help children build math, science, language, and literacy skills.
- Encourage independence and positive social skills while communicating at the appropriate developmental level.
- Greet families during drop-off and pick-up and support their participation in the program.
- Engage in staff development, attend meetings, and share feedback with colleagues to support professional growth.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Rush University student.
- Ability to lift children or equipment up to 40 lbs.
- Physical ability to stoop, bend, sit, and stand for extended periods.
- A warm, supportive attitude toward children.
- Reliability and flexibility regarding assignments and program changes.
- Willingness to accept supervision and perform additional duties as required.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Work Type: Restricted Part Time (less than 0.5 FTE).
- Shift: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
About Rush University Medical Center
Rush University Medical Center is an academic medical center based in Chicago. It operates a 671-bed hospital for adults and children and the 61-bed Johnston R. Bowman Health Center. The organization includes Rush University, which provides education in nursing, allied health, and biomedical research. Physicians and scientists at the center conduct clinical research on new therapies and medical devices. The institution also maintains community outreach programs to address local healthcare needs.
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