Child Care Associate

Building Location:

Building E - Essentia Health - Duluth

Department:

2009860 CHILD CARE CENTER - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:

Performs a wide range of duties relating to the care of the children 0 – 7 years of age and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment that promotes each child’s individual development through daily routines and age appropriate activities in cooperation with fellow team members and parents to promote the goals and philosophy of the Child Care Center and Essentia Health.

Education Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Child Care Associate II

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• General care giving knowledge of children 0-7 years of age

Above requirements plus 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.

You might be a good fit if you…

• Have prior experience as a nanny, babysitter, daycare aide, or child care provider, especially with children ages 0–7.
• Enjoy creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environmentthat supports children’s social, emotional, and developmental growth.
• Have education or credentials in child development or early childhood education(CDA, certificate, related coursework, or degree).
• Work well as part of a team and communicate effectively with parents and coworkersto support each child’s individual needs.
• Are patient, dependable, and energetic, with the ability to manage daily routines, age-appropriate activities, and multiple children at once.

Position Details:

• This is a full time, onsite position
• This is a dayshift role

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

No certification/licensure required.

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Shift End Time:

Weekends:

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$16.61 - $24.92

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.