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Start Your Online Application Now Date Closing: Open Until Filled Childcare Aide/Assistant - Orono Schools Discovery Kids (Infant Program) Schedule: Part-Time (Monday ? Friday, daytime shifts) Program Status: 4-Star Parent Aware & NAEYC Accredited Why You''ll Love Working Here Do you love sweet smiles, tummy-time triumphs, and helping our youngest learners discover the world around them? At Discovery Kids Childcare, we believe early education begins with warm, secure, and nurturing infant care. As a Part-Time Childcare Aide/Assistant in our infant room, you aren''t just an employee?you are a trusted partner in guiding babies through their crucial first milestones. If you want to grow your career in a supportive, NAEYC-accredited, 4-star Parent Aware program that is part of Orono Public Schools, while enjoying a flexible part-time, Monday-through-Friday schedule (hello, free weekends!), we would love to have you on our team. The Opportunity: What You''ll Do You will work side-by-side with our Lead Infant Teachers to deliver a responsive, gentle routine that fosters the physical, social, and emotional development of infants. Support the Infant Journey Nurturing Engagement: Support physical and cognitive milestones through tummy time, sensory exploration, singing, reading, and cozy one-on-one interactions. Co-Pilot the Classroom: Assist with individual baby routines, including bottle feeding, diapering, and creating a calm, soothing environment for naptime. Keep Things Safe & Healthy Gold-Standard Infant Safety: Rigorously follow infant safe sleep practices and maintain a sanitized, safe, and peaceful classroom environment. Nourishment & Care Success: Prepare bottles and serve infant meals according to parent instructions, DCYF Childcare Licensing, and Minnesota Department of Health guidelines. Build a Welcoming Community Be a Reassuring Presence: Act as a warm, comforting contact for parents leaving their little ones in our care each day. Respectful Partnerships: Maintain detailed, confidential communication regarding daily schedules (sleep, feeding, diapering) that honors each family''s unique preferences. Keep Growing: Assist with sanitizing and organizing classroom supplies, participate in team staff meetings, and engage in ongoing early childhood professional development. What You Bring (Qualifications) Infant & Childcare Experience: Proven experience working with infants or young children in an early childhood setting, supported by professional references. Infant Care Knowledge: Familiarity with infant safe sleep practices, developmental stages, and responsive caregiving techniques. A Heart for Inclusion: A deep commitment to patience, empathy, confidentiality, and building a safe, inclusive space for every family. Reliability: Consistent availability for a part-time schedule, Monday through Friday. What We Offer Work-Life Balance: A predictable part-time schedule with no weekend or evening shifts. Professional Pride: The opportunity to work within a highly respected, top-tier accredited program affiliated with Orono Public Schools. A Collaborative Team: A supportive environment where your passion for early infant development is valued and cheered on. Compensation: $16.58 - $19.10 per hour DOQ ESST (Earned Sick and Safe Time) PERA (Public Employers Retirement Account) Application Procedure: All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs or www.orono.k12.mn.us >> District Office >> Human Resources District Website: https://www.oronoschools.org/about/careers Contact: Kaela Gallup, Early Learning Coordinator kaela.gallup@orono.k12.mn.us or 952-746-5892 or Dr. Scott E. Alger, Director of Human Resources 952-449-8370 scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us Orono Public Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online