✓You’ll need

Certifications

✓Minnesota technical institute certificate as a child development assistant.

✓Child Development Associate credential from the Council on Early Childhood Professional Recognition.

✓Certificate or credential from a two-year program in child development at a Minnesota community college or technical college.

✓None

Education

✓Two years full time post-secondary education from a college or university.

✓Baccalaureate degree in any field from an accredited college or university, including 9 quarter credits in Early Childhood or related courses. 2.

Qualifications

✓For associate II: Must fulfill one of the following

✓Plus 520 hours experience as an aide or student intern.

✓Plus 1,040 hours as an aide or student intern, Plus 9 quarter credits from post secondary institution in Child Development or related courses.

✓Caregiving knowledge of children 0 – 7 years of age.

+Benefits

Medical, dental and vision401(k)Tuition assistanceLife and disability insurance

About the role

This casual position would be a great match for someone with care giving knowledge seeking part time employment.

Essentia Health is seeking a Child Care Associate to performs a wide range of duties relating to the care of children 0 – 7 years of age. This casual position would be a great match for someone with care giving knowledge seeking part time employment. Education

Performs a wide range of duties relating to the care of children 0 – 7 years of age, and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment that promotes each child’s individual development through daily care routines and age appropriate activities in cooperation with fellow team members and parents, as well as assisting Area Leaders in any appropriate way to carry on the program or when Area Leaders are absent, at all times promoting the goals and philosophy of the Child Care Center and Essentia Health.

Required

For associate II: Must fulfill one of the following A. Minnesota technical institute certificate as a child development assistant. Plus 520 hours experience as an aide or student intern.

B. Two years full time post-secondary education from a college or university. Plus 1,040 hours as an aide or student intern, Plus 9 quarter credits from post secondary institution in Child Development or related courses.

C. Child Development Associate credential from the Council on Early Childhood Professional Recognition. D.

Certificate or credential from a two-year program in child development at a Minnesota community college or technical college. E. Baccalaureate degree in any field from an accredited college or university, including 9 quarter credits in Early Childhood or related courses. 2.

Caregiving knowledge of children 0 – 7 years of age. Work

Caregiving knowledge of children 0-7 years of age. Licensure/Certification

None FTE: 0 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day Rotation Shift Start Time: Shift End Time: Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline: Compensation Range: $15.64 - $23.46 Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs.

We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary.

For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.