About the role#
The Institute of Child Development Laboratory Preschool at the University of Oklahoma is hiring part-time student teacher aides for the Winter 2027 term. This position involves supporting daily operations within the preschool and assisting teachers to ensure a positive environment for children.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the classroom as needed to maintain proper ratios.
- Engage with children and families to promote learning and development.
- Support the needs of staff and help with daily school operations.
- Create a calm and positive learning environment.
- Handle classroom setups, food preparation, laundry, and cleaning tasks.
- Provide office assistance and give teachers breaks.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student in good standing at the University of Oklahoma for the Fall 2026 term.
- Ability to supervise children and provide a supportive, caring environment.
- Skills to plan activities that encourage healthy growth.
- Capacity to follow specific instructions, procedures, and safety protocols.
- Effective communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
- Reliability in showing up for scheduled work hours.
- Openness to receiving constructive feedback.
- Successful completion of a criminal and fingerprint background check.
- Willingness to complete required training after hiring, including Infant and Child CPR/First Aid, Infant Safe Sleep, and food preparation training.
Location & details#
- Location: Norman, Oklahoma.
- Schedule: Part-time with flexible hours, typically morning shifts from 8:30am to 12:30pm or afternoon shifts from 1:00pm to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday.
- Compensation: $15.00 per hour.
- Work modality: On-site.
About University of Oklahoma
The University of Oklahoma is a public research institution based in Norman, Oklahoma. It was founded in 1890 and currently employs over 12,000 staff members. The university offers programs across various fields including engineering, business, law, and the arts. It serves a diverse student population from across the United States and many other countries.
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