Director, UNLVCSUN Preschool [R0149565]

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The University of Nevada Las Vegas invites applications for Director UNLV/CSUN Preschool R0149565.

ROLE of the POSITION

This position is for the role of Director of the UNLV/CSUN Preschool a Nevada Department of Education Five Star NAEYC accredited program that is housed in the Lynn Bennett Early Childhood Education Center. The Director is responsible for all program and budget operations and supervision of the inclusive preschool in particular the health safety and education of up to 300 children with and without disabilities six weeks through five years of age. The Director is responsible for upholding the mission of a quality early childhood program supporting teacher preparation and collaborating with others to advance research of early childhood services. Community program collaboration with the school district and early intervention services is included. The position is part of the College of Education Department of Early Childhood Multilingual and Special Education supervisory structure. This administrative position will continue to develop procedures and recommend policy for operations of the preschool at UNLV with annual evaluation.

Specifically this position will:

• Prepare and monitor annual self-supporting budget

• Maintain interagency agreements with school districts and relevant nonprofit organizations

• Oversee staff hiring and coordinating professional staff development

• Collaborate with university departments on family or special events

• Support research and external funding activities in collaboration with faculty

• Maintain required compliance certifications

• Regularly attend department/ college meetings

• Facilitate on-site student practicum field work internships and course observations

• Provide professional tours on site and support community outreach

• Manage and oversee the hiring and staffing of head teachers and office administrators

• Support the Program Coordinator with Teacher Assistants and part time staff

• Monitor leave and Workday processes

• Prepare annual reporting on preschool activities for university and external partners (e.g. accreditation)

PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT

The Lynn Bennett Early Childhood Education Education Center is housed in the Department of Early Childhood Multilingual and Special Education (EMS). The EMS department is comprised of a diverse faculty committed to developing innovative ideas through research teaching and service that improve the quality of life and educational experience for young children multilingual learners and individuals with disabilities from diverse backgrounds. We offer vibrant undergraduate and graduate programs in the areas of early childhood education multilingual education and special education. Additionally our department is home/co-home to three research centers (i.e. the Lynn Bennett Early Childhood Education Center the Disability Center for Collaborative Research Inclusive Education and Well-being and the Zeiter Literacy Center) and several large externally-funded projects focused on the integration of inclusive evidence-based instruction to support diverse individuals in public school settings. Finally we are actively engaged in our respective fields as journal editors members of review boards leaders of professional organizations and thought partners to the educational community in southern Nevada.

The Department of Early Childhood Multilingual and Special Education is committed to diversity on its faculty and encourages individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse groups including individuals with disabilities to apply.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires:

• Masters degree or higher in Early Childhood Early Childhood Special Education or Elementary Education with an Early Childhood endorsement from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and

• Minimum of 5-7 years of teaching experience in early childhood and 3-5 years of experience in management and supervision within an early education site.

• Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred qualifications for this position include:

• Completion of or pursuit of a doctoral degree in Early Childhood Early Childhood Special Education or related field;

• Experience supervising student teachers or paraeducators;

• Participation in fundraising grant or event coordination activities focused on early childhood education.

• Familiarity with child care licensing state quality rating and improvement systems (QRIS) and national accreditation (e.g. NAEYC)

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity equity and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Starting minimum salary is $83000. Position is contingent upon funding.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Competitive total rewards package including:

  • Paid time off sick leave and holidays

  • Excellent health insurance including medical dental and vision

  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

• No state income tax

• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools

• Tuition discounts for spouses domestic partners and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs

• UNLV athletics ticket discounts

• Statewide employee purchase program discounts

• RebelCard discounts on and off campus

• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost

• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

• Connect with colleagues with shared interests

• Personal and professional development opportunities

• A comprehensive onboarding program Rebels: Onboard

• Support and resources available for veteran applicants contact or visit our Veterans Webpage.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience and the names addresses and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

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. Materials should be addressed to Joseph Morgan Department Chair.

Although this position will remain open until filled review of candidates materials will begin on November 21 2025. Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact for support. For assistance with the application process please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at or .

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

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If you complete an application outside of the internal application process your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957 UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30000 students and more than 3600 faculty and staff. To date UNLV has conferred more than 152000 degrees producing more than 130000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty educating the regions diversifying population and workforce driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Reports annual listing of the nations most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

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EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons age (40 or older) disability whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities) gender (including pregnancy related conditions) military status or military obligations sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information national origin race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles afros bantu knots curls braids locks and twists) color or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class including unlawful harassment which is a form of discrimination is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination to prevent its recurrence to remedy its effects and to discipline those responsible. Women minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada Las Vegas does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The Universitys commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito J.D. Title IX Coordinator University of Nevada Las Vegas 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Mail Stop 1062 Las Vegas NV 89154-1062 Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246 Telephone: ; Email: or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights 400 Maryland Avenue SW Washington D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1- FAX: ; TDD: 1-; Email: ; or to both.

Information pertaining to the Universitys grievance procedures and grievance process including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

Administrative Faculty

Submit a letter of interest a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience and the names addresses and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.