Posting Details
Posting Details
Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Teacher Aide Posting Number CSA02788P Department USD-Child Care Center Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text
We are seeking a caring, energetic, and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. This position is responsible for the daily supervision and care of children, implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum activities, mentoring students completing practicum or work-study experiences, and maintaining compliance with childcare regulations and center policies.
Preferred Qualifications
This position is not eligible for sponsorship, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Posting Date 08/10/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 08/17/2026 Advertised Salary Starting rate of pay $16.75; dependant on internal equity and experience Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours
7:30 AM to 3:30 PM Monday through Friday with one day a week 9:30-5:30.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Valid Drivers License, Other If other, please indicate Childcare experience Department Description and Cultural Expectations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
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Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Protective Clothing/Equipment
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Non latex gloves
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Squatting, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected
Sensory Requirements
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Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Changes of Temperature, Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Infectious Diseases, Exposure to Noise, Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc) Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment, Outdoors Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
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| Location | Vermillion, SD |