Full-Time Reggio-Inspired Early Childhood Educator

Carnegie-Mellon-University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bus pass

Tuition benefits

Paid time off

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Cyert Center at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) is hiring Early Childhood Educators for a full-time, on-site role in Pittsburgh, PA. The position involves educating young children, delivering developmentally appropriate practice, and upholding licensing and accreditation standards.

You will work within CMU’s Cyert Center and Children's School, promoting inquiry-based learning and strong parent engagement while pursuing ongoing professional development and contributing to a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field OR a bachelor’s with 30 credits in ECE/related area and 1 year of experience OR an associate’s degree with 2+ years experience, or an associate’s with 30 credits in ECE/related field and 3 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Educate and care for young children, encouraging growth and development.
• Organize a cohesive program and communicate the center’s philosophy (Reggio Emilia Approach and DAP).
• Assist in creating an inquiry-based curriculum with collaborative learning.
• Adhere to licensing regulations and accreditation standards.
• Maintain regular two-way communication with parents about children’s experiences and progress, including parent meetings.
• Pursue ongoing professional development (24 hours annually).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication with parents

Early childhood education

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field

Associate’s degree with 30 credit hours in ECE/related field and 2+ years experience

Job description

Cyert Center at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) is hiring Early Childhood Educators for a full-time, on-site role in Pittsburgh, PA. The position involves educating young children, delivering developmentally appropriate practice, and upholding licensing and accreditation standards.

You will work within CMU’s Cyert Center and Children's School, promoting inquiry-based learning and strong parent engagement while pursuing ongoing professional development and contributing to a collaborative team.