Child Development Lab Teacher

University of North Texas System•Denton, TX

2d•$30,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Development Laboratory Department at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a Child Development Lab Teacher to join our team. Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: To facilitate and supervise the successful functioning of preschool program for 3, 4 and 5 year old children within established guidelines set by the Child Development Laboratory Director using best practices established by the early childhood education profession. Support and serve students in the College of Educations early childhood development courses.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Play Therapy, Child Psychology or other major related to preschool age children
One year of early childhood program teaching experience.
Ability to write lesson plans and organize a preschool classroom.
Ability to work with children, parents and other stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Five years teaching experience in a preschool classroom (ages 3-5)
Master's degree in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement caregiving and teaching practices that are aligned with CYCs philosophy.
Plan for an assetsbased classroom environment and use appropriate instructional learning methods, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of childrens learning styles, interests, development, and experiences.
Conduct assessment of student learning and use results to design instructional activities.
Work cooperatively with CYC staff and faculty at the COE to develop play based, emergent, and inquiry based curriculum.
Work with other members of staff to develop CYC program guidelines.
Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, director, supervisors and teachers.
Facilitate and participate in IRBapproved research studies with faculty and graduate students from the College of Education.
Support the mission of the CYC through curriculum, pedagogy, and daily operational practices.