Program Name:
URI’s Dr. Pat Feinstein Child Development Center
Program Address:
80 Washington Street
Providence
Rhode Island
02903
______________________
Position Description:
Responsible for curriculum planning and implementation, as well as for the supervision of a group of pre-primary children. Responsible for the supervision and training of undergraduate students interning in the Center. Communicate with the families of the children in the Child Development Center and serve as a representative of the ChildDevelopment Center to the surrounding community. Plan curriculum consistent with developmentally appropriate early childhood educational practice according to guidelines established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the RI Early Learning and Development Standards and serve as a model teacher in its implementation. Prepare educational materials to meet the physical, social emotional, and cognitive needs of a group of chidlren, reflecting the RI Early Learning and Development Standards.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or related field at time of appointment.
2. Evidence of valid RI early childhood education teacher certification at time of appointment.
3. Evidence of having met comprehensive national background check at time of appointment.
4. Evidence of having met DCYF child protective services clearance at time of appointment.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of practices consistent with developmentally appropriate early childhood education practice according tot the guidelines established by the National Associstion for the Education of Young Children.
6. Demonstrated experience partnering with families.
7. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
8. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
9. Demonstrated supervisory experience.
10. Demonstrated Collaborative workstyle.
11. Demonstrated experience and dedication to integrating issues of inclusion, equity, and social justice in your work.
12. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
13. Successful candidate must complete a minimum of 20 hours of professional development in accordance with licensing requirments (including Rhode Island Early learning and Development Standards trainings for lead teachers) and the Child Development Center’s annual program professional development plan within one year of appointment.
How To Apply:
Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/13994
Other Information:
Required Documents:
1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. References
Where Do Applicants Need to Apply?
https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/13994
