Early Childhood Teacher

Company: University System of New Hampshire
Location: Plymouth
Posted on: May 3, 2024

Job Description:

Position Details



Summary




Operating Title
Early Childhood Teacher




Long Classification Title
Early Childhood Teacher I




Campus Location
Plymouth




Department
PSU ED&SM Center for Young Children & Families




Summary of Position
The Early Childhood Teacher, a staff member of the Center for Young Children and Family at Plymouth State University, will work as part of a collaborative teaching team to design engaging learning environments and a play-based, constructivist curriculum that is responsive to children's emergent interests and needs and demonstrates an anti-bias approach. As an educator, support children in: developing a healthy sense of self in relationships and with people, collaborating and cooperating to solve problems, and engaging in strong and playful physical activity. The teacher will use effective communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrate strength in creating partnerships with children, peers, families and university students. As a supervisor and mentor to university students, they will strive to model best practices in the field and support student learning and use of these practices. They will learn and utilize the Pyramid Model Framework to promote and support social emotional competence and will demonstrate an understanding of and utilize positive approaches to guidance and discipline. They will be expected to demonstrate high professional and ethical standards. This position runs for ten months of the year (late august to mid June). Will perform other related duties and projects as assigned.




Acceptable minimum level of education
Bachelor's




Acceptable minimum years of experience
1 year




Additional Job Information





Posting Number
PS4599FY24




Other minimum qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood, Pre-school Education or Elementary Education with at least 6 credits in Early Childhood or Pre-school Education.
  
• One year of experience in teaching young children.
  
• Must have sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this position, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
  
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
  
  
  
  
  
  Additional Preferred Qualifications
  
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  • Experience with and understanding of constructivism, emergent curriculum, and the project approach.
    
  • Supervisory and/or mentoring experience
    
  • Knowledge of and experience with the Pyramid Model Framework.
    
  • Demonstrated record of teacher collaboration
    
  • Experience building strong family partnerships and facilitating family conversations
    
  • Proven ability to exercise confidentiality
    
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
    
  • Cooperative Nature
    
  • Organization Skills
    
  • Willingness to teach any age group 13 months to 5 years
    
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    CPR and First Aid Certified.
    
    
    
    
    
    Salary Information
    Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
    
    
    
    
    Quicklink for Posting
    https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/60777
    
    
    
    
    Percent Time Information (FTE)
    0.85
    
    
    
    
    Grade
    14
    
    
    
    
    EEO Statement
    The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
    
    
    
    
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    Posting Details
    
    
    
    
    Posting Date
    
    
    
    
    
    Open Until Filled
    No
    
    
    
    
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    Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only?
    No
    
    
    
    
    Interested Internal Candidates Exist?
    Yes
    
    
    
    
    Job Category
    Salaried Staff (Exempt)
    
    
    
    
    Appointment Type
    Regular
    
    
    
    
    If TERM position provide projected end date
    
    
    
    
    
    Equipment/Instruments
    Uses general office equipment, computers, and other relevant office equipment, and computerized systems. Additionally, a pre-employment, post offer physical will be required of the successful candidate.
    
    
    
    
    Drivers License and Physical Requirements. Please check all items that apply.
    None applicable
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Duties / Responsibilities
    
    
    
    Job Duties
    
    
    
    
    Duty/Responsibility
    
    • Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate, constructivist-based, emergent curriculum.
      
      
      
      
      
      
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      • Observe, document and assess child progress and development, use this information to inform instruction and communicate with families, conduct family conferences and make special education referrals.
        
        
        
        
        
        
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        • Continue to advance self and grow as a professional by completing and monitoring their own required professional development as outlined by NH licensing guidelines, participate in coaching and professional development related to Pyramid Model Practices, collaborate with supervisor to create and implement a professional development plan, collaborate with team members, responds to staff communication and participate in committees, retreats, teacher meetings and other Center activities.
          
          
          
          
          
          
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          • Supervise, mentor, observe and provide feedback for the variety of university students that work or complete coursework at the Center
            
            
            
            
            
            
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            • Ensure the program and classroom meets all state regulations
              
              
              
              
              
              
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              • Develop and maintain trusting relationships with families through frequent verbal and written/electronic communication, family conferences, and occasional special events.
                
                
                
                
                
                
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                • Perform related duties, as assigned.
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
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                  Documents Needed to Apply
                  
                  Required Documents
                  
                  
                • Resume/Vita
                  
                • Cover Letter
                  
                • (3) Professional References Contact Info
                  
                  
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