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rEarly Childhood Specialist II

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rPosting Number: SP004767P

rDivision/College: Student Affairs

rDepartment: Children\'s Center

rLocation: Moscow

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rPosting Context Statement:

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The University of Idaho Childrens Center (UICC) offers a child-development program in Moscow, ID. The best learning environment is one that honors each child. The best learning environment is one that honors each child. The feelings, thoughts, customs, and lifestyles of each child and family are validated by those that care for him or her. The Childrens Center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the leading membership association for those working with and on behalf of children from birth through age-eight.

rrPosition Overview:

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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 participates in the development and implementation of curriculum and is the primary instructor of classes, supervising classroom staff.

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 Childrens Center staff
• Maintain a physical environment that promotes growth
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment
• Other duties as assigned

rrRequired Experience:

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• Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum or activities
• Communicating and engaging with children
• Following written instructions
• Applying methods used to teach infants, toddlers and/or preschool children
• Providing instruction, participating in or leading a team, or delegating duties and responsibilities

rrRequired Education:

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• Willing to complete or begin the process towards a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development-Family Studies, Early Childhood Special Education or Elementary Education. Timeline of completion established upon hire

rrRequired Other:

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• Hold CPR and First Aid certifications, or be able to obtain within 1 month of hire
• Must pass State of Idaho Health and Welfare background check
• Enroll in Idaho Stars Professional Development System (PDS) within 90 days of hire

rrAdditional Preferred:

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• Experience with, or knowledge of, typical and atypical development of children from six weeks to preschool age
• 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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• 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

rrDegree Requirement:

rListed degree qualification is required at time of hire

rrFLSA Status: Non-Exempt

rEmployee Category: Classified

rPay Range: \$20.00 per hour or higher depending on experience and education

rType of Appointment: _of_Appointment

rFTE:

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rFull Time/Part Time: Full Time

rFunding:

rA visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No

rPosting Date: 03/03/2025

rClosi ng Date:

rOpen Until Filled: Yes

rSpecial Instructions to Applicants:

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 March 17, 2025.

rApplicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources{target="_blank"}

rBackground Check Statement:

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

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rTo apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/47327

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