External Applicant Instructions
Kean Child Care and Development Center
Township of Union Public Schools Preschool Program Partnership
Teacher 2 10 Months
The Kean University Child Care and Development Center provides quality care and education for the children of Kean students faculty and staff. The Center is also open to the public and enrolls children from neighboring communities. We are pleased to announce the Center and Township of Union Public Schools have created a Preschool Program Partnership for Union Township children.
Under the supervision of the Director of the Child Care and Development Center the Preschool Collaboration Teacher is responsible for the general supervision and management of fifteen three-year-old children with the assistance of one full-time teacher assistant. The Teacher plans and implements a program of developmentally appropriate experiences for children demonstrating best early childhood practices. They supervise assistants and student teachers communicate with parents attend professional development events to maintain professional competency and perform related work as required. All practices must be consistent with guidelines put forth by the Kean University Child Care and Development Center College of Education the National Association for the Education of Young Children NJ Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards and the Township of Union Public Schools Preschool Program.
This is a ten-month position effective September 1st to June 30th annually. This position is based at the Kean Child Care and Development Center located on Keans Union campus. Funding for this position is provided by the Township of Union Public Schools Preschool Program. Continuation of employment is contingent upon this funding source.
Qualifications: Possession of a valid New Jersey Teachers Certificate of Pre-School through 3rd Grade (Standard Provisional Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing or Certificate of Eligibility) or Permanent Endorsement issued by the Board of Examiners of the New Jersey Department of Education is required.
In addition to undergoing a pre-employment physical and successfully completing background screening checks this position also has physical requirements. These include: the ability to constantly move stand sit bend and kneel for short and long periods of time hand dexterity and the ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds; ability to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children see and hear to ensure childrens health and safety and engage in physical activities with children; and the ability to work indoors and outdoors. Candidate must have the ability to use a computer with basic proficiency and have strong oral and written communication skills.
Preferred qualifications include: a minimum of 1-2-years of classroom teaching experience; experience with children with special needs; and Familiarity with Teaching Strategies GOLD and the Creative Curriculum for Preschool.
The selected candidate will be required to pass a four (4) month Working Test Period.
Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.
SAME Program Applicants: If you are applying under the NJ State as a Model Employer SAME Program your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your application materials by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the NJ SAME Program visit their website at: email: or call the Civil Service Commission at option 3. You may also contact Keans Recruiting Team at
In compliance with New Jerseys Pay Transparency Law the negotiated annual salary range for this position is: $56253.35 to $63946.40 (Steps 1-4). Salaries for internal applicants will be based on union negotiated calculations. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings please refer to our Kean University Benefits website.
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