Early Childhood Assistant (Current and Anticipated Future Openings)
University of Arkansas
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Type of Position:
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Jean Tyson Child Development Study Center Operations B
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Summary of Job Duties:
The role of the extra help/classroom assistant is to supplement the quality of care provided to the children in the room by Center administration and full-time classroom teaching associates. The early childhood assistant shall be under the supervision of the Teaching Associates and under the direct supervision of the Executive Director and Operations Manager. 10%- Follow all Center policies and report any incidents of inappropriate conduct or violation of social norms to administrative team immediately.
20% - Engage in professional behavior including but not limited to: Be on time for scheduled shifts, dress functionally but professionally, maintain good hygiene, communicate absences, request time-off; respond to communication from administrative team; complete on-going professional development that is registered with PDR
20%- Assist classroom Teaching Associates completing tasks that include but are not limited to: cleaning and maintaining centers by straightening toys and disinfecting areas; complete routines and rituals like meal times, diapering/toileting; keeping children clean; implement or monitor indoor and outdoor activities
50%- Actively engage with children and provide positive guidance when necessary. Respond, comfort, and guide children in a positive manner by acknowledging their feelings and actions, providing clear choices that scaffold mistaken behavior, and follow through with natural consequences; implement or monitor indoor and outdoor activities.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma
At least one cumulative year of experience working with young children
Willingness to participate in trainings (25 hours per calendar year)
Preferred Qualifications:
Current Child Development Associate (CDA) or other higher education training in Early Childhood Education.
At least 2 years working in a Child Care Center or facility
Participation in professional development
Experience and/or understanding of the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Enjoyment of working with young children
Good mental and physical health
Respect for all cultural and economic backgrounds
Maintain confidential information about children and not discuss information with anyone outside of the JTCDSC
Additional Information:
This position is for 30 hours a week as a consistent assistant to the classroom teachers. The position ends May 31 but has the option to for summer employment.
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Rhonda Houser, HR Partner
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
