Early Childhood Infant Toddler Preschool Specialist (Childcare Specialist), Campus Children's Center

CAMPUS CHILD CARE SUPPORT (BL-CCCS-IUBLA)Indiana University Early Childhood Education Services is committed to creating high-quality experiences for children, families, and our employees.IU Early Childhood Education Services (ECES) provides year-round, high-quality care and education at nationally accredited centers for children ages birth through 5 years. Our commitment to high-quality is demonstrated by providing child-centered, active learning environments based on research supported best practices, through degreed teachers, strong campus support, and adherence to the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). In addition to the service component, the IUB ECES Centers meet the academic mission of Indiana University by providing sites for student training and by serving as research sites for faculty and students. Finally, the early childhood centers at IUB serve as model high quality, early education programs for the Bloomington community and the state of Indiana.The Infant Toddler Early Childhood Specialist provides excellent care and appropriately challenging experiences for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years. With their classroom co-teacher, the Infant Toddler Early Childhood Specialist develops and implements child-centered, developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessment based upon observations of the children's interests and individual needs.Department Specific Responsibilities Partners with each child's family toward their optimal growth and development. As a member of the teacher team, the Infant Toddler Early Childhood Specialist works collaboratively with their co-teacher, Director, other co-teachers, aides and families toward the betterment of the Center. Provides excellent care and appropriately challenging experiences for children ages 0-3 years. With their classroom co-teacher, the Preschool ECE professional develops and implements child-centered, developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessment based upon observations of the children's interests and individual needs. Partners with each child's family toward their optimal growth and development. Works collaboratively with their co-teacher, Director, other co-teachers, aides and families toward the betterment of the Center.General Responsibilities Plans and implements developmentally appropriate activities for children enrolled. This includes physical needs, classroom activity participation, goal writing, lesson plans, preparation, etc. Assesses children's individual needs and tracks and records progress through parental meetings, developmental goal-setting, and routine assessment. Maintains the classroom in a safe, clean, and orderly environment, such as through maintaining licensing standards as set forth by the state and supervising children during free play, naps, learning, and outdoor time. Attends staff meetings and participates in ongoing professional development. Supervises and evaluates classroom assistants and aids. This includes observing and documenting job performance and potential disciplinary and performance issues. Performs other duties as assigned by childcare leaders.EDUCATIONRequiredBachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related fieldPreferredWORK EXPERIENCESome experience in childcare or related field1 year formal experience with infants and toddlers aged childrenWillingness and interest in working with infant and toddler aged childrenSkillsRequiredProficient communication skillsMaintains a high degree of professionalismDemonstrate time management and priority setting skillsDemonstrates a high commitment to qualityPossesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environmentSeeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialtyThis role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 40 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.Our Center Benefits IncludeThe classroom budgets for materials and equipment.Paid breaks and planning time included in the 8-hour workday.Being a team member of a program that is known nationally and internationally for its Continuity of Care practices.Bloomington, Indiana$35,000.04 per yearThis position is Exempt Individual Contributor - Core Childcare ServicesSalary Plan and Grade PAE-4CDMonday - Friday9:30 AM-5:30 PMManagement reserves the right to adjust work hours to accommodate the needs of the department.For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:Comprehensive medical and dental insuranceHealth savings account with generous IU contributionsHealthcare and dependent care flexible spending accountsBasic group life insurance paid by IUVoluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insuranceBase retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vestingVoluntary supplemental retirement plan optionsTuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each yearGenerous paid time off plansPaid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer eventsEmployee assistance program (EAP)Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.Career Level: CoreFLSA: ExemptJob Function: Educational Resources & TechJob Family: Childcare ServicesClick here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.Request SupportTelephone: 812-856-1234