Child Development Teacher

Classification Title:

Child Development Teacher

Job Description:

Child Development Teachers at UF ECC work and collaborate with a diverse familyoriented team within our program as well as across the broader University of Florida community.

In this role teachers have the opportunity to design their own lessons and to learn and grow in their careers through tailored professional development opportunities including individualized Practice Based Coaching training and development through the University and access to University Employee Education Program and TEACH scholarships to further their education or credentials.

Classroom Management:

Create and maintain a learning environment that is safe supportive and conducive to childrens growth and development while adhering to all licensing and accreditation requirements. Implement classroom rules and procedures to ensure an orderly environment. Demonstrate respect and support of diversity in language culture and learning styles. Supervising safety and educational learning while on field trips around UF campus and the Gainesville community. Supervise mentor and delegate tasks to substitute teachers and volunteers.

Communicate regularly with parents to share childrens progress and address any concerns. Support and involve parents in their childs development and learning process. Conduct parentteacher meetings to advise parents of their childs progress and to address any concerns.

Curriculum & Child Assessment:

Complete child assessments and summaries by observing and assessing each childs development and progress. Use assessment results to tailor instruction to meet individual needs.

Prepare and implement weekly lesson plans that address social emotional physical and cognitive areas. Ensure lessons are developmentally appropriate align with program goals and philosophy and align with the Florida Early Learning Standards.

Campus & Community Support:

Supporting University departments faculty and students special activities and research at UFs Early Childhood Collaboratory at Baby Gator. Supervising and mentoring practicum interns and observers completing course hours in the classroom.

Administrative & Professional:

Ensure all documentation is accurate and uptodate. Demonstrate a high level of professionalism by maintaining confidentiality of child and family information adhering to policies and regulations and maintaining professional communication with colleagues and supervisors.

Maintain classroom budget for specialty supplies. Submit supply orders that correspond with activities noted in lesson plans meeting deadlines set forth by center administration.

Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in child development and early childhood education.

Additional Duties:

Support UF ECC in the compilation of materials and completion of packets relating to center licensing and accreditation. Assist UF ECC with special projects and events as needed.

WORK SCHEDULE:

UF ECC operating hours are 7:30AM to 5:30PM Monday to Friday. Teachers work an 8hour shift with a 1hour lunch break. Shift classroom assignment and center may be adjusted based on the needs of the UF ECC program.

Additional hours may be worked outside of general operating hours due to trainings staff meetings or program special events.

Expected Salary:

$40000 to $50000 based on education and experience

Minimum Requirements:

Associates 1 year of experience OR Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA) or Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in an Early Childhood Education (ECE) related field and 2 years experience in an early childhood or other educational setting.

Active staff credential verified through the Department of Children and Families or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please upload the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume or CV
• Florida DCF Transcript (if available)

Multiple positions are being hired from this posting.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:

No