Caregiver (Head Start/Early Head Start)

Summary of Job Duties

We’re looking for a Child Caregiver to come and join our team! We are a fun and loving group of people who love working with children. We are looking for someone who is patient, caring, and has a lot of energy. If you are looking for a fun and rewarding job, then UAMS Head Start/Early Head Start is the place for you!

Qualifications

• HS diploma/GED
• At least 6 months of experience working directly with preschool-age children (0-5) in a child-related atmosphere
• Lift 40 pounds to chest level, able to bend, stand, walk, see, hear, drive, speak, and able to do repetitious movements
• Must be enrolled or registered for a CDA class or in an Early Childhood class at an accredited college and fulfill the requirements as required for CDA/course completion

Responsibilities

• Models appropriate language and behavior for children and parents in all situations
• Guides learning through discovery in the environment
• Utilizes curriculum for developing age-appropriate activities
• Adheres to the Lesson Plan and class schedule as listed in the classroom
• Listens to the children and to the parents
• Assesses children’s development levels of learning and plans activities in accordance with developmentally appropriate practices
• Works cooperatively with other staff to ensure that the children’s needs are met inside and outside the classroom
• Ensures that the learning environment is safe for Head Start/Early Head Start children

Additional Information

• Constant Physical Activity: Balancing, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
• Frequent Physical Activity: Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling
• Occasional Physical Activity: Balancing, Crouching, Kneeling, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Proof of Veteran Status
• Resume
• Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents

• Special Instructions to Applicants

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.

Recruitment Contact Information

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

Benefits Eligible

Yes