Educare Instructor (toddler/preschool teacher) - 498707

utoledo.edu; Ohio; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Educare Instructor to provide high-quality early childhood education. In this role, you will supervise a group of young children, ensuring their safety and well-being while fostering their growth and development. You will be part of a supportive team that values education and community involvement. This position offers competitive wages, generous time off, and access to education benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about early childhood education. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of children and their families.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Generous time off allowances

Wellness benefits

Education benefits

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old with a H.S. diploma or GED equivalent.
• Associate degree in early childhood education or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met.
• Provide high-quality early childhood education and foster development.

Skills

Supervision of children

Early childhood education

First Aid & CPR

Child Development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

University of Toledo has proudly served our community since 1872. We offer competitive wages, access to the Public Employees Retirement System, generous time off allowances and additional wellness benefits. As a part of The University of Toledo employees and their dependents also have access to education benefits at UToledo.

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Job No: 498707
Work Type: Staff - Full-Time
Location: Health Science Campus Support Toledo, OH
Categories: Full-Time, Support Services, AFSCME

Department Org: Early Learning Center - 108800

Employee Classification: B1 - Classified Full Time AFSCME HSC

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME HSC

Primary Location: HSC S

Shift: 1

Start Time: 9:30 am End Time: 6:00 pm

Float: True

Rotate: True

On Call: False

Travel: False

Job Description:

Supervise an assigned group of children (between the ages of six weeks to ten years of age) each day to ensure their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs are met. Provide high-quality early childhood education, while fostering the growth and development of young children.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must be 18 years of age and possess a H.S. diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Associate degree in early childhood education or a closely related field, Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, 60 semester hours of Early Childhood Education at the college level, or experience working with young children in a child care setting required.
3. Must have or obtain the following trainings within 3 months of employment: Infant & Child First Aid & CPR, Common Childhood Communicable Disease, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse.
4. Shall not have any convictions of child abuse or crimes involving moral turpitude.
5. Must have a fingerprint check by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI).

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or closely related field preferred.

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. To further this effort, the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center is requiring candidates for employment to be nicotine-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements will include cotinine (nicotine) testing, as well as drug and other required health screenings for the position. With the exception of positions within University of Toledo Main Campus and the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, the employment offer is conditional upon successful completion of a cotinine test and Occupational Health clearance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, dual-career professionals and covered veterans.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact the HR Compliance at [e-mail] or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM or apply online for an accommodation request.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the Main Campus of the University of Toledo.

Advertised: 02 Apr 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications Close:

Job Location: Health Science Campus Support Toledo, OH
Department: Early Learning Center - 108800
Work Type: Staff - Full-Time
Closes:

The Educare Instructor will ensure a safe and healthy environment for children through daily monitoring of activities and maintenance of the classroom environment.