Early Childhood Educator 2, Lynn Bennett Early Childhood Education, College of Education [R0152599]

University of Nevada Las Vegas•Las Vegas, MD

26d•$50,154•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) invites applications for Early Childhood Educator 2, Lynn Bennett Early Childhood Education, College of Education. This is a Head Teacher position at the UNLV/CSUN Preschool located in the Lynn Bennett Early Childhood Education Center. The role involves working knowledge of how children learn in each domain (physical, social, emotional, cognitive, linguistic, and general learning competencies), and the application of teaching strategies that address all developmental domains in early childhood. It also requires general knowledge of family relationships in early childhood education settings, design of learning centers to encourage play-based learning, observation and assessment tools, emergency protocols, ethics requirements, and effective, developmentally appropriate, and stimulating indoor/outdoor learning environments. The ability to plan activities and contribute to curriculum, recognize and respond to children's behavior, identify and participate in appropriate guidance approaches, assist in the design of the learning center, set up the learning environment and implement schedules, collaborate with supervisors in communicating with families, participate in parent-teacher conferences, adhere to plans for children with disabilities or special needs, practice emergency drills, implement a safe and effective environment, work with diverse backgrounds, and convey inclusion and belonging are essential. The position also supports experiences for future teachers.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in education, early childhood education, or closely related field and two years of experience teaching children in a child care, pre-school, or group setting to include implementation of curricular activities and environmental design, supporting developmental assessments, establishing relationships with families, and ensuring the health, wellness, and safety of children.
OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and three years of experience as described above.
OR one year of experience as an Early Childhood Educator I in Nevada State service.
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Submit a letter of interest (cover letter) and a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience.
If you are a veteran, please attach your DD-214 or other applicable official documentation to your application as evidence of Veterans or Disabled Veteran’s status.
Attach ALL documents in the CV/Resume attachment section when applying.
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.
The resume must have a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as a part of each job; applicants must demonstrate that they qualify for this position.
Education (including High School) and experience must be clearly documented.
Your application will NOT be moved forward if your application is incomplete.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Early Childhood or related field and at least two years of experience working in an early childhood setting preferred or combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Plan activities and contribute to curriculum to address children’s learning across developmental domains.
Recognize and positively respond to children’s behavior, developmental, and/or emotional distress.
Identify and participate in appropriate guidance approaches.
Assist in the design of the learning center.
Set-up the learning environment and implement schedules to promote competencies in all developmental domains.
Collaborate with supervisors in communicating with families regarding issues of concern.
Participate in parent-teacher conferences to review children’s assessment data.
Adhere to plans for children with disabilities or special needs.
Practice emergency drills with children.
Implement a safe and effective environment for learning.
Work with children and families of diverse backgrounds.
Convey inclusion and belonging of diverse backgrounds.
Support experiences for future teachers.