Child Development Specialist
Child Development Specialist
Child Development Center
Child Development Center
UNI's Child Development Center (CDC) is adding to its team! Based on qualifications, the successful candidate will be hired into one of two levels of professional opportunity: Assistant Child Development Specialist or Child Development Specialist. The position will primarily be assigned to the Panthers classroom but may assist or rotate to other classrooms as needed. The Panthers Room focuses on promoting kindergarten readiness. This is done by working on pre-writing skills (writing journals), pre-reading skills, and letter/number recognition. Many of these skills are taught and learned through small and large group time using play-based learning strategies. The preschool curriculum includes group experiences, long-term projects, fine and gross motor activities, child-directed and teacher-directed experiences.
Assistant Child Development Specialist Responsibilities: 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; ensures curriculum meets the needs of diverse learners and various subgroups of students, such as students with dual language barriers and students with disabilities; 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; and responsible for hiring, training, scheduling and supervision of student assistants.
Child Development Specialist Responsibilities: 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 students’ performance; and responsible for hiring, training, scheduling and supervision of student assistants.
Qualifications:
Assistant Child Development Specialist position: Bachelor's degree plus current CPR, First Aid, Mandatory Reporter, Universal Precautions (OSHA), and Essential Child Care Training certifications or ability to acquire certification within 90 days of hire required. Childcare experience preferred. Student experience will be considered. Occasional work outside of normal hours will be necessary.
Child Development Specialist position: Bachelor's degree in early childhood, elementary education or related field; 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. Master’s degree in early childhood education or related field, plus previous childcare experience preferred. Student experience will be considered. Occasional work outside of normal hours will be necessary.
Service Schedule: 11 Month; The service schedule for this position follows the academic year and CDC summer sessions, with the following time off: Thanksgiving (1 week), winter break (4 weeks), spring break (1 week), and a two-week break between the summer and fall sessions.
Application Instructions: All application materials received by April 13, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.
UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.
The University offers an excellent benefits package including a vacation plan, employer sponsored retirement plans, health and dental insurance, and life and disability insurance. Benefits package details can be viewed at https://careers.uni.edu/benefits. Application materials received by 4/13/2025 will be given first consideration. For more information or to apply, visit https://careers.uni.edu/. Criminal and other relevant background checks required. UNI is a tobacco free campus.
Type of Employment: Full-Time
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