Child Care Specialist
About The Position
The Priscilla Pond Flawn Child and Family Laboratory (UT Lab School), sponsored by the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences, is an educational, research, and service facility serving university students, faculty, and the community. With a 96-year history, it provides a setting for university students to observe and study children under the supervision of Master Teachers, serving over 100 families annually in the Austin metro area. The purpose of this role is to collaborate with Lab School faculty and staff to prepare and facilitate quality learning experiences for children, fulfilling the program's mission and goals.
Requirements
- High school graduation or GED.
- One year of experience working with young children in a licensed childcare center.
- Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
- Willingness to obtain 24 hours of continuing education as required by licensing.
- Demonstrated exceptional communication, collaboration, and organization skills.
- Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in child development or early childhood education.
- More than the required teaching experience in an early childhood classroom.
- Experience working in a NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) accredited program.
- Experience working in a lab school setting.
- Thorough understanding of current licensing and NAEYC accreditation standards.
Responsibilities
- Assist teachers in classrooms with supervision and care of children.
- Participate fully in classroom activities.
- Serve as lead teacher if Master Teacher is absent.
- Assist director and senior administrative associate with administrative projects, including research and professional development workshops for early childhood professionals and Lab School faculty/staff.
- Assist with child and adult records, including submitting required background checks.
- Help process enrollment paperwork.
- Prepare instructional materials for teachers for upcoming school year.
- Collect data through authentic assessment (e.g., photos, anecdotes, portfolios) to document children's development across the school year.
- Use observational data to assist with curriculum planning and classroom preparation.
- Adhere to all licensing and accreditation standards.
- Receive at least 24 hours of professional training annually.
- Maintain current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Complete an annual self-evaluation and meet with the director to discuss strengths and challenges.
- Identify areas for growth and seek continuing education in those areas.
- Attend at least one professional conference during the year.
- Form warm, positive relationships with children and families.
- Keep student, family, and child information confidential.
- Model best practices in child development, early childhood education, and positive guidance for undergraduate students, families and community observers.
- Supervise undergraduate students and volunteers as needed.
- Work collaboratively with Lab School faculty and staff to fulfill the mission and goals of the program.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) retirement plan eligibility (if position is at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
