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

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
Base: $35,000 - $45,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
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Play-based curriculum implementation
Documentation of child development
Mentor new teaching staff
** The University of Arkansas is seeking an Early Childhood Educator - Classroom Teacher for current and anticipated openings, ideal for candidates with a background in early childhood education or related fields. The role involves developing and implementing play-based curricula for children aged 8 weeks to 5 years while fostering a collaborative and inclusive classroom environment. **

Job Summary

  • The Early Childhood Educator - Classroom Teacher will work as a team member to develop predictable, yet flexible, routines and rituals that support children and families.
  • The teaching associate will document and communicate the development of children by engaging in activities that include, but are not limited to: completing program-adopted assessment practices, collecting artifacts of learning, preparing weekly journals of classroom experiences, conducting parent-teacher conference, and maintaining classroom and children’s portfolios.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a benefits package including university contributions to insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas is seeking an Early Childhood Educator - Classroom Teacher for current and anticipated openings, ideal for candidates with a background in early childhood education or related fields. The role involves developing and implementing play-based curricula for children aged 8 weeks to 5 years while fostering a collaborative and inclusive classroom environment. **

Salary

Base: $35,000 - $45,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, immediate leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • play-based curriculum implementation
  • documentation of child development
  • mentor new teaching staff

Nice-to-have

  • fostering a welcoming climate
  • nurturing creativity and discovery
  • promoting healthy work-life balance

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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