Impactful Early Childhood Educator (Ages 3–5)

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University’s Child Care Center at Hort Woods on the University Park campus is seeking an Early Childhood Development Educator to work with children aged 3–5. The educator creates a safe, stimulating classroom and fosters positive relationships with families.

The role collaborates with classroom and center-wide teaching teams, plans purposeful activities, and integrates curriculum into daily routines while maintaining records and ensuring safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 1+ year experience, or CDA credential.
• Health physical with TB test required prior to starting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, deliver, and facilitate developmentally appropriate experiences for children 3–5 years old.
• Prepare lesson plans and integrate curriculum into daily routines, lesson plans, developmental experiences, and assessments.
• Ensure a safe and supportive classroom environment and comply with safety regulations.
• Develop and facilitate assessments to monitor student progress; maintain student records and data.
• Communicate with parents and partner with families to establish individual student goals.
• Supervise classroom aides and students; complete appropriate evaluations.
• Maintain compliance with NAEYC accreditation and PA Keystone STARS 4 quality standards.

Education

Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or minimum of Child Development (CDA) Credential

Job description

Penn State University’s Child Care Center at Hort Woods on the University Park campus is seeking an Early Childhood Development Educator to work with children aged 3–5. The educator creates a safe, stimulating classroom and fosters positive relationships with families.

The role collaborates with classroom and center-wide teaching teams, plans purposeful activities, and integrates curriculum into daily routines while maintaining records and ensuring safety and quality standards.