Child Development Teacher PRN

Located at the American Fork Hospital Child Development Center in American Fork, Utah.

About the Role

Promotes a safe, nurturing environment for children using developmentally appropriate practices to support their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. This PRN position offers 0-40 hours per week, with most caregivers working an average of 1-3 shifts per week based on the center’s needs. Availability is required Monday through Friday during operating hours (5:45 AM – 6:45 PM). Scheduling varies daily due to census-based attendance, requiring flexibility and adaptability.

Passion for working with young children, creativity, and an interest in a long-term career in early childhood education are essential.

Responsibilities

• Establish a developmentally appropriate, safe, welcoming, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Provide direct supervision of children at all times, attending to their physical and emotional needs.
• Interact with children using approved early childhood education standards.
• Follow regulatory standards and best practices outlined by the Utah Department of Health, Child Care Licensing, including completing 20 hours of annual training.
• Maintain accurate daily records as required by state licensing, including incident reports, attendance sheets, and daily logs.
• Organize engaging, educational activities and daily schedules aligned with developmental goals for each child.
• Maintain observation notes, conduct formal assessments, and document children’s progress in portfolios. Share updates with parents regularly, including two formal conferences annually.
• Identify and address developmental or behavioral challenges in children, collaborating with leadership and parents as needed.
• Demonstrate teamwork and a commitment to continuous learning.

Requirements

• Six months of experience working in an early childhood program.
• Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification (within 60 days of hire).
• Food Handlers Permit (within 60 days of hire).

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Development/Education or a closely related field (e.g., Elementary Education, Family-Life Studies, Child Psychology) from an accredited institution.
• Certificate in Early Childhood Development (CDA – Child Development Associate).

Skills

• Knowledge of child development and experience caring for children.
• Love for children, patience, kindness, and flexibility to adapt to their needs.
• Ability to resolve conflicts proactively and remain calm under stress.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent customer service and professional communication (verbal and written).
• Ability to react quickly in emergencies to ensure children’s safety.
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Microsoft Word, internet navigation, uploading documentation) for record-keeping, training, and parent/staff communication.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to see, read, and assess children’s needs, including monitoring equipment and documentation.
• Frequent verbal communication with children, colleagues, parents, and visitors, including in emergencies.
• Manual dexterity for writing, typing, diaper changing, sanitizing, food preparation, and fine-motor play with children.
• Strength and dexterity to lift and carry children up to 35 pounds.
• Full range of movement, including walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, and sitting on the floor to interact with children at their level.
• Ability to quickly respond to emergencies, including running after a child and performing CPR/First Aid.

Pay

Hourly rate: $18.76 - $24.38, dependent on experience.

Benefits

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