Teacher, Early Childhood I or II

Utah State University; Blanding (UT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah State University seeks an Early Education Teacher to provide a safe, developmentally appropriate classroom for toddlers and preschool-age children, with a focus on cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. You will plan and implement a thematic curriculum, supervise staff and practicum students, and partner with families to support each child’s development.

The role requires knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP), strong communication skills, and experience in early

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include an associates degree or CDA, with pathway to a degree.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required for Level II.
• Experience with toddlers and preschoolers in early education settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Provide supervision and mentoring to staff and practicum students.
• Communicate with families about child development and center activities.
• Ensure health, safety, and learning environments meet licensing and accreditation standards.
• Attend staff planning and professional development meetings.

Skills

Effective communication

Experience with toddlers

DAP knowledge

Child development

Team supervision

Education

Associates degree or CDA

Bachelor's degree (Level II preferred)

Bachelor's in related field

Job description

Overview

Incumbents in the Teacher, Early Childhood I or II position provide a stimulating, safe, and developmentally appropriate environment where children have the ability to develop cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. The person selected for the position of an Early Education Teacher will be responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing an individualized developmentally-based and/or thematic approach curriculum as appropriate. In addition, the Early Ed Teacher is directly responsible for supervising, mentoring, training other teaching staff, practicum students, and program parents to ensure that continuity of quality care and education is maintained according to national accreditation standards. They are also responsible for the general operation of the center should the Director be absent.

Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates an effective program to meet the physical, social, emotional, language, and cognitive needs of each child based upon sound child development principles.
• Secures the health, safety, welfare, and accountability of children through constant supervision, effective arrangement of space, proper maintenance of equipment, and regular practice of fire and other emergency procedures.
• Ensures that families receive adequate information about their child’s experiences at the center through daily contacts, information letters, and any scheduled teacher/family conferences.
• Conducts ongoing needs assessment of each child and maintains written records and portfolios using our online curriculum to monitor progress in all areas of development and for incorporating into curriculum planning.
• Plans and prepares for, outside of classroom time, individualized and developmentally appropriate materials, activities and experiences required to implement a thematic approach curriculum and establishes daily routines conducive to the optimal growth and development of children.
• Maintains for the ordered arrangement, appearance, décor, and learning environment of all classroom areas and outdoor play areas. Tracks any materials that need replenished and submits purchases requests to Director.
• When applicable, trains and supervises practicum students in such a way that each is actively engaged in meeting the individual needs of each child in all developmental domains.
• Attends and actively contributes to staff planning, training, evaluations meetings, and professional events, serving as a resource person to staff members.
• Creates and maintains Preschool Portfolio according to NAEYC requirements and assists other teachers and Director in the creation and maintenance of other classroom and program portfolios if needed.
• Acknowledges and acts in accordance with the policies and procedures of the center and the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.
• Operates a classroom/program in compliance with all state childcare center licensing standards and NAEYC accreditation criteria.
• Shares in the joint housekeeping responsibilities of the center and performs other classroom or administrative duties, assigned by the Director, deemed necessary for the successful operation of the center program.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

For Level I

• Associates degree or completion of some college or Child Development Associate (CDA) or a timeline plan to acquire one or the other.
• Effective communication skills interacting with children, parents, college students and professional colleagues
• 12 months or more experience with toddlers and preschool age children between the ages of 2 and 6 in an early education setting
• Familiarity with standards of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)

For Level II

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Human Development, or related field.
• Effective communication skills interacting with children, parents, college students and professional colleagues
• 12 months or more experience with toddlers and preschool age children between the ages of 2 and 6 in an early education setting
• Familiarity with standards of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies, Early Childhood/Elementary Education or a related field
• 2 years experience with toddlers and preschool age children within a professional setting
• Familiarity with NAEYC accreditation standards

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

$39,000-$45,000 Commensurate with education and experience

ADA

This position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting and pushing or pulling of heavy objects (up to 50 pounds). Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. May involve exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, bodily fluids, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person atlocations throughout the state.Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025–26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service.We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful.Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.

The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking employment.Additionally,USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at [phone] [e-mail].

*updated 07/2026

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