Child Development Specialist

P&S Info Why UNI? UNI Benefits Position Basics Position Title:Child Development SpecialistJob Category:P&SType of Position:TermFull Consideration Date:Monday, March 18, 2024Advertising Started on:Thursday, February 29, 2024Hiring Department:Child Development CenterDepartment:Child Development Center Salary Salary:$31,298.00 to Commensurate Iowa enjoys a lower cost of living than many other states. See how the Waterloo-Cedar Falls area compares by utilizing the cost of living calculator. Our overall compensation package is enhanced by excellent benefits for eligible non-temporary positions.Pay Grade:PS.117 Position Details Percent of Time/Week:100%Service Schedule:P&S Academic Year + 8 WeeksPosition Description: UNI's Child Development Center (CDC) is adding a Child Development Specialist to its team. The Child Development Specialist will primarily be assigned to the preschool classroom, but may assist or rotate to other classrooms as needed. The preschool curriculum includes group experiences, long-term projects, fine and gross motor activities, child-directed and teacher-directed experiences. A main focus for the preschool teachers is promoting kindergarten readiness. The service schedule for this position follows the academic year and CDC summer sessions, with the following time off: Thanksgiving week, winter break, spring break, and a two week break between the summer and fall sessions. Primary responsibilities of the Child Development Specialist include: plans and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum focused on meeting the needs of the individual child, and of small and large groups of children of varying ages and interests; writes developmental summaries of children based on assessment information; engages with parents daily, initiating written and/or face-to-face communication, taking into consideration the communication needs of those with diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds; conducts parent-teacher conferences each semester and is available to meet with families as needed; responsible for supervision and documentation of field experience student activities in the Child Development Center; consults with faculty in regard to student's performance; and responsible for hiring, training, scheduling and supervision of student assistants. Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood, Elementary education or related field required. Spring 2024 graduates will be considered. Degree must be conferred prior to start date. Required Qualifications: Teaching license and current CPR/First Aid, Mandatory Reporter, Universal Precautions (OSHA), and Essentials Child Care Training certifications or ability to obtain certifications within 90 days of hire required. Student experience will be considered. Occasional work outside of normal hours will be necessary. Desirable Qualifications: Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, plus previous child care experience preferred. Online Application Required Documents Application Type:This job requires basic applicant information, plus a resume. Your resume should not be sent to the contact below. The resume will be attached during the Online Application Process.Professional References:Applicants must enter reference information online as part of the application process. Number of References: 3Cover Letter:A plain text cover letter is required. 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