Federal Work Study - Preschool Assistants

Position Information

Advertising Department

HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY SCIENCE

Academic Term/Year

FALL 2026/SPRING 2027

Position Title

Federal Work Study - Preschool Assistants

Posting Number

08329

Position Number

08329

Student Job Category

Student - Federal Work Study On-Campus

Position Location

On-campus

City

Greenville

State

North Carolina

Number of Vacancies

20

Rate of Pay

$10.00 - $12.00/hourly

FLSA Status

FLSA Non-exempt

Will the position be subject to the CBC policy?

Yes

Job Description

ECU Department of Human Development and Family Science is currently seeking several Nancy W. Darden Child Development Center Preschool Assistants.

Daily responsibilities include:

• Sign in/out Daily in CDC and Banner Systems to record time worked
• Prepare AM snacks, lunch, and PM snacks for classrooms as needed
• Clean and sanitize observation booths and headphones daily
• Clean observation booth windows weekly
• Daily playground check for debris before children enter playground
• Prepare toys inside for play area on rainy days
• Collect laundry from classrooms when needed
• Operate washer/dryer daily
• Wash and sanitize dishes
• Rinse dishes before entering dishwasher
• Operate dishwasher/put dishes away
• Assist in distributing and serving lunch
• Prepare AM and PM snacks for toddler and preschool classrooms
• Wash and sanitize counters with the 3-step process: Soapy water, water, and DBK solution
• Clean the top, outside and inside of microwave
• Once a week rearrange and clean the refrigerator (only heavy things and juice on very bottom of refrigerator)
• Stack all empty crates for future use
• Dry cups bone-dry for future use in classroom
• Collect soiled dishes and toys from classroom daily
• Clean classroom counters and tables
• Copying, filing, typing as needed
• Answer phones

GPA Requirement

Minimum of 2.0

Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.)

All applicants are welcome. Preference will be given to applicants majoring in Human Development and Family Science (HDFS).

License/certification required

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please upload your resume and Federal Work Study Authorization Form online.

TB Test and Medical Exam will be required upon hire.

To be ELIGIBLE for FEDERALWORKSTUDYPOSITIONS, students MUSTQUALIFY and RECEIVE an AWARD from the ECU Financial Aid Office (Old Cafeteria Complex, 252-328-6610).

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. All offers of employment are conditional and subject to verification of background information, with satisfactory results required before the start of the position.

Additional Instructions to Applicants

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Quick Link for Direct Access

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/95359

Open Date

07/23/2026

Close Date

04/01/2027

Open Until Filled

No

Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected].

Eligibility for Employment

Individuals submitting profiles for these positions must be current ECU students, in good-standing and meet the respective GPA requirement as required by the position type. Final candidates may be subject to criminal & sex offender background checks based upon the duties and responsibilities of the position. Some vacancies also require motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.