Applicants must be a student at the University of Kentucky. Preference is given students in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education or Psychology. Other fields may be considered if applicant has a strong background in early childhood.

Applicants must have experience working with young children.

Applicant must have a current negative TB test (within the last 2 years) or be willing to get one. CPR and 1st aid certification is preferable.

Must be able to pick up children weighing up to 40 pounds, push strollers and be able to get up and down from the floor several times a day.

Shifts available include times between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.Monday – Friday beginning June 3. There are a limited number of positions available on May 9, 2022. We do ask each student to work at least 15 hours weekly.

Job duties of a student worker at the ECL include playing with and supervising young children, helping classroom teachers with cleaning and organizing, assisting with daily routines, reading to children, and going to the playground and walks around campus.

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.

Preference is given students in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education or Psychology. Other fields may be considered if applicant has a strong background in early childhood.

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. 

 As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 

 Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.