Early Childhood Teacher

The University of Utah-posted 8 days ago

Full-time • Entry Level

Salt Lake, UT

5,001-10,000 employees

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The Student Parent Support Center provides information, support, and family resources for University students, faculty, staff, and patients. Student Parent Support Center child care programs are NAEYC accredited and serve children birth to six years. We offer part-time and full-time programming in three campus child care programs for students, faculty, and staff and drop-in child care for patients visiting the three U Health Centers throughout the Salt Lake Valley. The University of Utah South Jordan Health Center Program ( SJHC ) offers a full range of medical services for families. SJHC in collaboration with the U of U Student Parent Support Center is seeking to hire qualified childcare providers for their drop-in childcare facility. Multiple openings and continuous hiring. Our teachers bring kindness, patience, and mastery to the classroom every day, fostering children’s natural curiosity to learn through play and discovery. They encourage children to be lifelong learners using our nationally recognized curriculum that promotes active learning, social, physical, verbal, and cognitive development. We invest in our Teacher’s education by providing a minimum of twenty hours of annual professional development in early childhood education, Utah State Licensing rules and regulations, and NAEYC best practices. Join our team and grow with us! A generous benefits package is included (see here for a full description of the benefits package): 14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested) Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA ) 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system Tuition reduction for employees and family members Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA / FSA savings plans are available Free public transportation pass (see here for more information) About Student Affairs The Student Parent Support Center is part of Student Affairs. Student Affairs is comprised of over 20 departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the ultimate goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose. To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students. As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners. Student Affairs is committed to the grounding of our programs, procedures, and policies in the tenets of anti-racism and inclusion. We recognize the continued importance of education and accountability that promote equity and social justice. Our expectation is that all employees are engaged in this work to create a welcoming environment that supports the success of both students and staff and ensures they have the opportunity to be fully incorporated into university life.

Complies with State of Utah Child Care Licensing Regulations ( https://childcarelicensing.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/R381-100.pdf ) at all times.
Aligns with NAEYC Standards ( https://www.naeyc.org/sites/default/files/globally-shared/downloads/PDFs/accreditation/early-learning/standards_assessment_2019.pdf ).
Promotes leadership skills within a classroom team and oversees classroom assistants to interpret behaviors and ensure that they are working appropriately with children.
Models appropriate behavior and teaching techniques for teaching assistants.
Develop and implement lesson plans to stimulate developmental progress as well as provide intentional daily experience, and hands-on activities for infants, toddlers, and preschool children in accordance with Creative Curriculum Developmental Objectives, DAP guidance techniques, and play-based learning.
Use positive guidance techniques to minimize inappropriate behavior and redirect children to learn how to appropriately manage their own behavior in a positive manner.
Supports staff in activities such as: playing on the floor with children at their eye level; actively supervising and maintaining ratios at all times; helping children toilet including lifting children to change their diapers, guiding them through the potty training process (as directed by the lead teacher), and washing hands; cleaning the classroom; maintaining safe transitions between indoors and playground (including actively supervising children outdoors year-round)
Assists children with physical necessities, feeding, toileting/diapering, medical emergencies, and other life skills, to give proper care and, where appropriate, facilitate development.
Daily routine care of children such as: feeding, diapering, cuddling, playing, singing, talking, picking children up, holding them, and otherwise providing a gentle and nurturing environment.
You will need to be available and responsive to the individual needs of children.
Other duties as assigned.
Establishes and maintains friendly, professional, and effective working relationships with other employees, parents, and children.
Works in conjunction with parents and guardians to build and maintain relationships, discuss concerns, provide suggestions and solutions to day-to-day problems, and alleviate concerns.
Works in a supportive and cooperative manner with all staff
Work as a team to maintain a cheerful, inclusive, and aesthetically pleasing childcare environment that reflects the cultural diversity and interests of the children.
Follows directives given by Administration, including Director or Director Designee. This may include last-minute changes to ensure the safety and well-being of children are maintained.
Demonstrate the ability to work independently, but show a willingness to take direction from the supervisor.
Demonstrates consistent attendance and punctuality.
Responsible for accurate record keeping and data collection of client’s program usage to maintain compliance with child care licensing and NAEYC .
Behaves in a manner that is aligned with University of Utah and NAEYC’s Ethical Code of Conduct https://www.naeyc.org/sites/default/files/globally-shared/downloads/PDFs/resources/position-statements/Ethics Position Statement2011_09202013update.pdf

At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 1 year of related experience working with children, in a child care, Head Start, or preschool.
Demonstrated interest in learning about child development and guidance.
Current CPR and First Aid certification, or must obtain within 6 months of hire.
Current Food Handler’s Permit or must obtain upon hire.
Understanding and commitment to issues of inclusivity, cultural diversity, and anti-racism.
Must be able to lift and carry small children in arms for short distances (10-50 lbs.).
Must meet physical characteristics (with or without the use of aids) including: Fine and gross motor skills Sufficient vision to read printed material Sufficient hearing to hear normal and telephone conversations Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation Ability to sit on the floor and move about on hands and knees for long periods of time Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
Must be able to communicate effectively with children and their parents/guardians, both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to complete ongoing written assessments about each child that will be shared with parents/guardians.
Demonstrated skills in general office duties, computer systems, and technology.
Must be available for in-person meetings with parents/guardians when requested.
Must be able to communicate effectively with management and/or dispatch in case of emergency.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time, evaluate progress, and adjust activities to complete projects within established timeframe.
Skilled in establishing effective and collaborative working relationships.
Able to demonstrate skills in effective communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving.
Demonstrated skills in general office duties, computer systems, and technology.
A commitment to providing excellent customer service skills.
Twenty hours of continuing education each year in early childhood education, per Utah Licensing rules and regulations and NAEYC best practices.
Must be able to pass criminal background check.

Associate’s degree in a related field (such as Child and Family Development, Early Childhood Development) or equivalency
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (such as Child and Family Development, Early Childhood Development) or equivalency
Current Child Development Associate ( CDA ) certificate or willingness to pursue a CDA .
Some experience working in a NAEYC Accredited program.

14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested)
Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA )
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month
Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system
Tuition reduction for employees and family members
Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA / FSA savings plans are available
Free public transportation pass

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