Early Childhood Development Practitioner

Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm, rotating schedule

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.

OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.

Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.

Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

This position will plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for the children on a weekly and daily basis. The position will incorporate into these plans any suggestions or goals for the child that are developed by any outside providers (Occupational, Speech, Physical Therapists, Horizon's Child and Family Therapist, etc.).

This position is responsible for complying with policies and regulations including: meeting all regulations of the NC Division of Child Development, Early Head Start and the policies and procedures of the childcare center on a daily basis; complying with the administrative policies of the UNC Horizons Program and the childcare center.

This position will provide supervision of and interaction with the children in care to maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. It will contribute to the maintaining of the childcare center's physical environment by discarding any broken or dangerous items and informing supervisor of any health/safety hazards of the center's physical environment or of items that need to be replaced.

This position will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective communication with parents. The position will offer support, advice and encouragement to the parents regarding their child's goals, accomplishments and overall well-being. Responsibilities include conducting parent/teacher conferences to review any adjustment, behavior, progress or other concerns.

Finally, this position will participate as an active and involved member of the UNC Horizons team as well as the childcare center team. Regularly attend UNC Horizons staff meetings, trainings, annual conference and other events. This includes attending and actively participating in all Horizons Child Development Center specific events, meetings and trainings and communicating questions and concerns regarding Horizons with other team members where appropriate and supervisors.

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related childcare experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Must have the ability to provide effective verbal feedback to parents regarding daily interactions. Ability to collect/record routine information effectively in written form regarding daily interactions.

Must have the ability to provide basic physical care of children under regular supervision. Ability to report socialization and behavioral teaching needs to leadership.

Must have the ability to assist in delivering established instructional plans.

Must be able to perform routine checks to ensure facilities are free of hazards. Ability to provide preventive care, first aid, and medication as directed.

Must have ability to maintain inventory of supplies for the classroom. Ability to log daily activities as needed. Ability to attend skill development programs as required.

Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid NC Driver's License.

Must have knowledge of appropriate program rules and regulations, NCDCDEE regulations and appropriate code of ethics.

Prefer a candidate with: Associate or BA degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development Associate ( CDA) credential, or relevant degree with Early Childhood Education coursework.

Prefer a candidate with knowledge of the population we serve. Someone who has experience planning activities, lessons and meals for children in a day care center is preferred.

Not Applicable.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.