Child Development Associate - Infant/Toddler

The University of Texas at Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition Benefits

Paid time off

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The University of Texas at Dallas’ Callier Center is seeking a Child Development Associate for the Infant/Toddler program. This on-site role supports developmentally appropriate activities for babies and toddlers, collaborating with a dedicated team to create safe, engaging learning experiences and to document child progress for families.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a CDA, or 12 college credits in ECE; three years’ relevant experience and knowledge of PITC/NAEYC

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, and a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
• If an applicant does not hold a CDA credential, the applicant must have completed 12 college credit hours of early childhood education, child development, or elementary education coursework.
• Three years of experience working with infant-toddler-age children; Associate in Early Childhood and Child Development, knowledge of NAEYC accreditation criteria and/or Program for Infant/Toddler Care (PITC) framework.

Responsibilities

• Assist with educational activities in an appropriately designed setting for infants and toddlers;
• Assist with planning and implementing child centered learning experiences in a team taught, developmentally appropriate program;
• Participate in mainstreaming activities with special populations as designated;
• Provide informational feedback to parents as requested;
• Other duties as assigned;

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA credential

Associate in Early Childhood and Child Development

12 college credit hours in ECE/child development/elementary education

Tools

IPod

IPad

Computer

Job description

Child Development Associate - Infant/Toddler

Work will be performed on-site and in person at the Callier Child Development Center in Dallas — 1966 Inwood Rd, Dallas, TX 75235.

Looking for a rewarding opportunity to work with children? Join our Callier Center Team! The Callier Center provides a nurturing, learning environment for infants through kindergarten Age. We focus on developing every child’s specific needs, including communication and language skills, physical abilities, emotional and social growth, and cognitive development. Our Program fosters an environment in which children have the opportunity to communicate, play, and develop friendships with other children whose interests, abilities, levels of hearing and methods of communication may be different than their own. Provide assistance in the provision of developmental program activities for young children focusing on the infant/toddler age group by providing care and developmentally appropriate experiences for infant/toddler age children; maintain a safe and appropriate learning environment; work collaboratively with team members in planning and implementing activities; document observations of individual child development; provide daily verbal and written communication to parents.

Salary Range $39,000 - DOQ. Pay Basis Monthly. Position Status Regular full-time.

High school diploma or GED , and a Child Development Associate ( CDA ) credential. If an applicant does not hold a CDA credential, the applicant must have completed 12 college credit hours of early childhood education, child development, or elementary education coursework.

Three years of experience working with infant-toddler-age children; Associate in Early Childhood and Child Development, knowledge of NAEYC accreditation criteria and/or Program for Infant/Toddler Care ( PITC ) framework.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with educational activities in an appropriately designed setting for infants and toddlers;
• Assist with planning and implementing child centered learning experiences in a team taught, developmentally appropriate program;
• Participate in mainstreaming activities with special populations as designated;
• Provide informational feedback to parents as requested;
• Other duties as assigned;

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to sit, stand, lift (up to 40 pounds), stoop, squat, climb, run, bend, push/pull, hold, reach, twist, turn, walk, stretch, get up/down from the floor and child-sized furniture
• Provide consistent visual/auditory/proximity supervision of children and the environment
• Multi-task Handle the demands of children, colleagues, and parents
• Have constant mental alertness and agility
• Have a positive outlook
• Have emotional stability
• Chemicals Smells/bodily fluids
• Illness/contagious disease
• Hot and cold temperatures/UV/Sun
• Crying
• Messy supplies and busy classrooms
• Florescent lighting

Must have a negative TB test. Must complete 24 hours of approved training annually. Must have a cleared Texas Child Care Licensing Background Check. A Provisional Background Check will not be accepted.

May use:

• Computer
• IPOD
• IPad
• Basic kitchen appliances and utensils
• Classroom toys and supplies
• Broom/mop/cleaning supplies

What We Can Offer

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• Internal Training
• Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• Retirement Plan Options
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

• Describe your specific experience working with infants or toddlers. What was the setting? What were your responsibilities? (Open Ended Question)
• What does responsive care look like to you when working with infants? (Open Ended Question)
• How would you describe Primary Care? (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Official Transcripts
• Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214

Human Resources, 800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418
Richardson,
TX 75080-3021