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Early Childhood Specialist III
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Position Number: 5814254
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Education - Teacher Education - Early Childhood

University of Idaho

Early Childhood Specialist III

Location: Moscow

Division/College: Student Affairs

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $22.00 Hourly

FTE: 1

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
The position is responsible for planning, preparing, implementing and evaluating activities and routines for a developmentally appropriate program according to NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
This position is the primary lead teacher of classes and supervises classroom staff and student teachers. They participate in the development and implementation of curriculum while supporting and mentoring others.
Duties may include:

Ensure classroom environments and curriculum honor the individual strengths needs and interests of the classroom community
Observe and record developmental levels and progress
Develop partnerships with parents and provide sensitive, responsive care for all daily routines
Train, supervise and evaluate Children's Center staff
Maintain a physical environment to promote growth
Maintain a safe and sanitary environment
Other duties as assigned

This is an essential position that will be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or University closure.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development-Family Studies or Early Childhood Special Education

Five years of experience working with childcare with duties including developing and implementing curriculum for infants, toddlers and/or preschool childre
Five years of experience providing instruction, participating in or leading a team, or delegating duties and responsibilities
Experience interacting, communicating with and engaging with children

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree
Experience with or knowledge of typical and atypical development of children from six weeks to preschool age
Some knowledge of CPR and First Aid procedures
Knowledge of NAEYC philosophy and standards
Active participant in Idaho Stars Professional Development System (PDS)

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Physical ability to work around small children
Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move 50 pounds
Ability to stand, sit, run and climb stairs

Physical ability to work around small children Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move 50 pounds Ability to stand, sit, run and climb stairs

Required Licensures, Certifications or other

Posting Number: SP004664P

Posting Date: 11/18/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
To be considered your "Letter of Qualification" must address each of the required qualifications. Additionally, please provide information in support of your application regarding the preferred qualifications as relevant.

For 1st consideration, please apply by December 2, 2024

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.