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Little Rock, AR - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

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Closing Date:

08/13/2025


Type of Position:


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

  • Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position please click theApply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Department:

COM Peds HS Head Start Program


Departments Website:


Summary of Job Duties:

Join our team as an Child Care Teacher Assistant and help create a vibrant nurturing and enriching learning environment! In this role youll work closely with Lead Teachers to design and deliver meaningful learning experiences that foster the intellectual emotional social and physical growth of every child. Youll play a key part in ensuring a safe healthy and stimulating classroom where curiosity and creativity thrive.

We believe in the power of family engagement and you will actively encourage strong connections between children and their families supporting relationship-building that extends beyond the classroom.


Qualifications:

  • High school diploma/GED PLUS six (6) months experience of working in an early childhood environment
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) credential for preschool.
  • Must be enrolled in a CDA program to completed wihin two (2)years of hire.


Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

  • Establishes and maintains a learning environment that enables children the greatest amount of success in learning through discovery in the environment. (See ECERS score; early childhood environment rating scale).
  • Models appropriate language and behavior for children and parents in all situations. Guides learning through discovery in the environment. Utilizes curriculum for developing age appropriate activities. Listens to the children and to the parents.
  • Assesses childrens development levels of learning and plans activities in accordance with developmentally appropriate practices.
  • Shares learning activities of children with the parents through home visits classroom parent-teacher conferences and daily progress notes.
  • Works cooperatively with parents service providers and volunteers to ensure that the childrens needs are met.
  • Other duties as assigned

Constant Physical Activity:

Feeling Hearing Standing Talking Walking


Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling Hearing Standing Talking Walking


Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling Reaching


Salary Information:

Commensurate with Education and Experience


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) Proof of Veteran Status Resume Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)


Optional Documents:


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact for any recruiting relatedquestions.


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:


This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.


Constant Physical Activity:


Frequent Physical Activity:


Occasional Physical Activity:


Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Employment Type

Full-Time

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