Student: Afternoon Friends Preschool Teacher (Fall 2025) at InsideHigherEd
Job Description
Student: Afternoon Friends Preschool Teacher (Fall 2025)
Requisition Number:SE04282
Department Name:3J5SE: Student Employment
Work Location:Lexington, KY
On Campus/Off Campus:Off Campus
Salary Range:Discussed during interview
Type of Position:Student
Position Time Status :Part-Time
Hours per Week:20-25/week. Monday-Friday 11:45am to 4:45pm (times may vary depending
on student’s school schedule).
You must be a current UK student employee to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.
If you love being with children, this is the job for you! We are a wonderful preschool currently accepting applications for a preschool assistant teacher for our “Afternoon Friends” program. Our afternoon program will consist of children ages 2 years old to kindergarten. The candidate should be a team player, flexible to changes that occur within the school day, and willing to “float” between different age groups. Our school takes pride in providing a friendly work atmosphere as well as providing a safe and fun place for our students to grow and learn. Our school start date is September 5, 2023
- Applicants must be energetic, dependable, patient, and someone
who possesses a great love for small children ages 2 through 5 yrs.
- Prior preschool experience is preferred but not required.
- Applicants will need to obtain their CPR & First Aid certification upon employment and also submit an updated TB test.
11/30/2025
Our University Community:We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
11/03/2025
Resume Suggestions
Highlight relevant experience and skills that match the job requirements to demonstrate your qualifications.
Quantify your achievements with specific metrics and results whenever possible to show impact.
Emphasize your proficiency in relevant technologies and tools mentioned in the job description.
Showcase your communication and collaboration skills through examples of successful projects and teamwork.