Job Description

Position InformationPosition InformationWorking Title Teacher (7:00am-3:30pm or 9:30am-6:00pm, M-F)
Department Child Care-1112
Requisition Number S_241082
Posting Open Date 11/11/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 11/25/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of WorkWork with a co-teacher in an assigned infant, toddler or preschool classroom. Apply professional knowledge of child development principles in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate practices and emergent curriculum while supervising and interacting with children. Communicate with co-workers, supervisors, parents, other early childhood professionals, etc. Perform administrative duties including preparation of lesson plans, maintaining documentation and portfolios, etc.
The UNL Children\'s Center is a Step Up to Quality participant with the highest possible STEP 5 rating, offers a professional work environment that allows you to use your degree daily, and provides on going professional development opportunities. In addition, staff can take advantage of delicious and nutritious meals which are provided daily. The University of Nebraska - Lincoln offers a highly competitive benefits package which include:

• Tuition Remission
• Quality and affordable health care package options which start the first of the month, following your hire date
• Generous paid leave options, including 12 paid Holidays
• Retirement

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees\' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
Minimum Required QualificationsBachelor\'s degree, and/or associates degree with coursework in Early Childhood education and two years of experience, and/or a minimum of four years of relevant early childhood education/experience required. Must have practicum experience completed in a child care environment while attending school; significant, relevant experience may be substituted depending on the candidate\'s ability to meet the education and practicum plan requirements. Must have experience and proficiency with basic computer software such as word processing, data entry, and email. Knowledge of early childhood developmental care required. Must have excellent communication skills that can be tailored to children, peers, parents, etc. Must have demonstrated leadership skills that include the ability to lead a classroom of children and student staff while making independent decisions and solving problems in a dynamic environment.
Preferred QualificationsBachelor\'s degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field, plus two years of experience working in an early childhood program preferred. Experience with \xe2\x80\x9cTeaching Strategies Gold\xe2\x80\x9d software and knowledge of\xe2\x80\x9d Creative Curriculum\xe2\x80\x9d preferred.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $17.00-$19.50/hr based on education and experience
How to ApplyClick on \xe2\x80\x9cApply for this Job\xe2\x80\x9d. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.For questions or accommodations related to this position contactPlease call Human Resources at 402-472-3101Job Category (old) Office/Service
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) 7:00am-3:30pm or 9:30am-6:00pm, M-F
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date:
Appointment End DateSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * (CHILD CARE) Describe your experience supervising or overseeing early childhood program teachers or other staff members.(Open Ended Question) * * (CHILD CARE) What experience/knowledge, if any do you have of Teaching Strategies-Gold?(Open Ended Question) * * Please describe your experience and proficiency with each of the following computer programs: publication software, data entry, word processing, spreadsheet, data entry, internet and email.(Open Ended Question)Required DocumentsRequired Documents Optional Documents

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