Play‑Based Early Childhood Educator & Family Engagement

Baylor University; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition remission

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Baylor University’s Piper Center for Family Studies and Child Development is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to join onsite classrooms serving infants through preschoolers. You will develop and implement developmentally appropriate curricula and conduct developmental screenings.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of relevant experience; 3 years is preferred. You will partner with co-teachers, families, Baylor staff, and community partners while upholding safety and best

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 1 year of relevant work experience are required.
• Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of relevant work experience are preferred.
• Experience with diverse groups and families is expected.
• Strong communication with parents, students, and faculty is important.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality teaching in a classroom for children 8 weeks to 5 years old.
• Collaborate in planning and implementing inquiry-based, play-centered curriculum.
• Conduct developmental screenings and assessments as needed.
• Observe and monitor groups of children daily.
• Communicate learning progress to parents, students, and faculty.
• Meet with families individually at least twice annually.
• Comply with University policies, NAEYC regulations, and Texas standards.
• Complete at least 30 hours of professional development yearly.
• Work on-site or remotely as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Skills

Diverse groups experience

Positive guidance

Co-teacher collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Mission alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Baylor University’s Piper Center for Family Studies and Child Development is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to join onsite classrooms serving infants through preschoolers. You will develop and implement developmentally appropriate curricula and conduct developmental screenings.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of relevant experience; 3 years is preferred. You will partner with co-teachers, families, Baylor staff, and community partners while upholding safety and best