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rrUniversity of Idaho

rrChildcare Program Assistant Director

rrLocation: Moscow

rrDivision/College: Student Affairs

rrEmployee Category: Classified

rrPay Range: \$28.81 per hour or higher depending on experience

rrFTE: 1.0

rrFull/Part Time: Full Time

rrPosition Summary:

rThis position is responsible for reviewing, initiating, planning, preparing, implementing and evaluating activities and routines for a developmentally appropriate program according to NAEYC Accreditation Standards. This position is the primary instructor of classes and supervises classroom staff and student teachers. They participate in the development and implementation of curriculum while supporting and mentoring other instructors.

Duties may include:

• Manage and ensure classroom environments and curriculum honor the individual strengths needs and interests of the classroom community
• Observe, record, maintain and manage records on 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 health and safety requirements and all requirements of local and state regulatory agencies
• Other duties as assigned

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

rrMinimum Qualifications:

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• Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development-Family Studies, Early Childhood Special Education, or Elementary Education with an emphasis on Early Childhood Education or equivalent with up-to-date continuing education credentials
• Completion of 12 credit hours of college graduate level course work in early childhood education, early childhood special education, or related fields to children and families

{=html} <!-- --> - Five years working in childcare to include developing, implementing and/or reviewing curriculum for infants, toddlers and/or preschool children - Five years providing instruction, leading a team or delegating duties and responsibilities - Interacting and communicating with and engaging with children - Supporting children with special and/or unique needs, including behavior management and working with outside specialists - Leading and mentoring early childhood care providers

rrPreferred Qualifications:

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• Experience with or knowledge of typical and atypical development of children from six weeks through preschool age
• Masters degree in Child Development or working towards the completion of a graduate degree in a related field to early learning and education
• Experience and knowledgeable of NAEYC Accreditation Standards and experience with navigating the accreditation process
• Working knowledge of educational curriculum, objectives, goals and outcomes for children birth-5 years
• Experience and knowledgeable of program planning and implementation High levels of computer literacy Familiarity with Microsoft Office software
• Demonstrated creative and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication, prioritization, multi-task, verbal and written skills
• Knowledge of CPR and First Aid procedures
• Knowledge of NAEYC philosophy and standards
• Active participant in Idaho Stars Professional Development System (PDS)

rrPhysical Requirements & Working Conditions:

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• Ability to bend and stoop
• Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, sit, run and climb stairs

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rPosting Number: SP004509P

rrPosting Date: 07/09/2024

rrClosing Date:

rrOpen Until Filled: Yes

rrSpecial Instructions:

rTo 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 July 23, 2024.

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

rrTo apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

rrEEO Statement

rUniversity of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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