Student Employment:

There are employment opportunities for SIUE students as part-time teaching assistants during the fall and spring semesters and the summer session. The center operates from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday.  

Hours of Employment:

• Varies according to each student's class schedule.

• Schedules are set for the same time for an entire semester.

• Shifts may include working the same hours on a MWF schedule, TR schedule or a Monday through Friday schedule.

• Since class obligations change from one semester to the next, work schedules may change on a semester basis.

• The hours for teaching Assistants average from 10 to 20 hours per week. 

Minimal Qualifications:

• Teaching Assistants must be an active SIUE student.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Skilled at working with children.
• Employment is open to any major, but majors relating to child development, social work or early childhood education are preferred.

Requirements:

• References

• Clearance on a criminal background check

•  A medical verifying good health

•  A negative TB test

Hiring Process:

• Hiring takes place before each semester begins. (For instance, hiring for the Spring semester begins late in the Fall semester prior to the winter holiday break.)

• The First step is to go to the Student Employment  web page and apply on line. Follow directions to print a job referral form. 

• Bring Student Employment Job referral form and copy of course schedule to Early Childhood Center.