Early Childhood Educator - Classroom Teacher (current And Anticipated Future Openings)

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
$35,000 - $45,000; not specified; yes py
Not specified (potentially onsite)
Play-based curriculum implementation
Document child development
Mentor new teaching staff
The University of Arkansas is seeking an Early Childhood Educator - Classroom Teacher to develop and implement play-based curriculum for children aged 8 weeks to 5 years. The ideal candidate will have an associate's degree in early childhood education or a related field, along with at least two years of experience working with young children

Job Summary

  • The Early Childhood Educator - Classroom Teacher will collaboratively design and implement developmentally appropriate, emergent, and play-based curriculum for children aged 8 weeks to 5 years.
  • Responsibilities include documenting child development through assessments, artifacts, journals, parent-teacher conferences, and maintaining portfolios, as well as mentoring new staff.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, and retirement programs with university contributions.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas is seeking an Early Childhood Educator - Classroom Teacher to develop and implement play-based curriculum for children aged 8 weeks to 5 years. The ideal candidate will have an associate's degree in early childhood education or a related field, along with at least two years of experience working with young children.

Salary

$35,000 - $45,000; Not specified; Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • play-based curriculum implementation
  • document child development
  • mentor new teaching staff
  • work with young children

Nice-to-have

  • foster welcoming climate
  • nurture creativity and discovery
  • promote healthy work-life balance

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree in early childhood education or related field
  • Equivalency to associate's degree (60 credits, 30 in ECE)
  • Two years experience with young children
  • Demonstrated professional development participation
  • Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field (preferred)
  • Equivalency to bachelor's degree (36 credits in ECE) (preferred)

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