Early Childhood Educator - Cyert Center for Early Education

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cyert Center at Carnegie Mellon University is a full-day early care and education program serving the children of our faculty, staff and students. Founded in 1971, we have grown from a program of 13 children to our current enrollment of 290 children across two centers. We are currently hiring Early Childhood Educators to join the Cyert Center. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate a strong passion for early childhood education, and the ability to collaborate with others. Core responsibilities include: Educating and caring for young children, encouraging their individual growth and development. Organizing a cohesive program and communicates the Center’s philosophy (Reggio Emilia Approach and Developmentally Appropriate Practice). Assisting in creating a curriculum that uses inquiry-based teaching strategies with an emphasis on collaborative learning. Adhering to The Department of Human Services licensing regulations and The National Association for the Education of Young Children’s accreditation standards. Developing regular, ongoing, two-way communication with parents about children’s experiences, development, and learning, and participates in planning, organization, and dialogue/presentation for parent meetings. Committing to best practices and continued professional development and growth, earning twenty-four (24) hours of required professional development annually. Other duties as assigned. Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, psychology, elementary education, special education, or related field OR A bachelor’s degree, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or related field and 1 year of experience with children OR An associate’s degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 2 years of experience with children OR An associate’s degree, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 3 years of experience with children A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
• Full range of body motion needed, and change positions/ have the mobility to interact with young children.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical exam (including TB test) for clearance to meet the physical requirements listed above.
• Successful Background Checks
• Child Protective Clearances for PA and all states lived in prior five years.
• Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States.
• CMU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.
• Carnegie Mellon is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Carnegie Mellon.

Responsibilities

• Educating and caring for young children, encouraging their individual growth and development.
• Organizing a cohesive program and communicates the Center’s philosophy (Reggio Emilia Approach and Developmentally Appropriate Practice).
• Assisting in creating a curriculum that uses inquiry-based teaching strategies with an emphasis on collaborative learning.
• Adhering to The Department of Human Services licensing regulations and The National Association for the Education of Young Children’s accreditation standards.
• Developing regular, ongoing, two-way communication with parents about children’s experiences, development, and learning, and participates in planning, organization, and dialogue/presentation for parent meetings.
• Committing to best practices and continued professional development and growth, earning twenty-four (24) hours of required professional development annually.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
• Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level