Early Childhood Dev Practitioner I Position Available In Watauga, North Carolina

Early Childhood Dev Practitioner I
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Please attach required documents:
Cover Letter
Resume List a minimum of 3 professional references on the application Applicants will be considered for multiple vacancies
Posting Details Work experience orcation that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience andcation on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position. Position Summary Information Classification Title Early Childhood Development Practitioner
Working Title Early Childhood Dev Practitioner I
Location Boone, NC
Job Category 2
Position Number 096041
Department Child Development Center – 330100
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school and one year of related childcare experience. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Special Note:

This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA. Examples ofpetencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to
all positions. License/Certification Required Essential Job Functions Establish a safe, healthy, nurturing, fun learning environment that will meet the individual needs of each child. Provide activities that include experiences in a variety of learning centers that rotate regularly based on interests of children. Meet requirements mandated by the NC DCDEE and ECERS Rating Scale. Create a learning environment that prepares children for entrance to kindergarten. Use Creative Curriculum and NC Foundations for Early Learning as the basis for planning and implementing classroom activities and experiences. Responsible for developing and implementing weekly lesson plans that address social-emotional, physical and intellectual development of children. Submit in writing to the director, any supplies/materials/equipment needed. Maintain inventory of supplies & equipment for classroom. Ensurepletion of required governmental and facility forms.

Keep class information current- including:

attendance, family contact, and emergency information. Set up work scles (including duties and responsibilities) for student workers that serve as aides. Daily responsibility for the upkeep and inspection of cleanliness of the classroom areas, kitchen duties, and laundry. Have knowledge of and be able to recognizemon symptoms of childhood illness. Record and document any incidences that occur. Post Health Alerts as needed. Ability to provide preventative/corrective measures, respond to, and record/document first aid occurrences as needed. Attend workshops & training that pertain to the operation of ASU CDC & rules and regulations mandated by NCDCD. Assist in Emergency Drills, making sure that children are safe, secure, and assured in case of emergency. Responsible to have all emergency information in possession in case of evacuation. Inform aides of policy and prores for classroom drills. Lesson plans are age and individually appropriate; based on topics of interests to children in class. Communicate with early childhood professionals, including kindergarten teachers, for developmental expectations for preschool aged children. Keep up-to-date on current issues and trends in the field of early childhoodcation by attending conferences/workshops/training and through professional memberships. Responsible for instruction and supervision of 20 preschool children. Responsible to instruct and guide aides in assisting with implementation of lesson plans and deliveringcational activities. Provide feedback to co-workers, families, and service agencies regarding developmental progress of children, reminders, and concerns on a daily/weekly basis Daily attendance sheet is checked to make sure parents sign IN/OUT everyday. Look for or document specific instruction from parents. Communicate with parents through conversation/conferences/newsletters. Ability to provide effective and professional verbal and written feedback to parents regarding daily interactions. Ability to collect/record routine information effectively in written form regarding child development, progress reports, and observations. Work with intervention specialists to provide inclusive environments for all children, supportingcational plans for individual children. Collaborate with approvedmunity resources to enhance delivery of qualitycational services to children and families. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position Ability to work in partnership with families and provide feedback on child development. Ability to plan and implement daily records, lesson plans and formal/informal assessments in a team environment. Preferred Qualifications Continuous lifting and holding of children in standing, sitting, kneeling positions from the floor and furniture. Active supervision at all times, ensuring that children are in sight and sound and engaged in responsive play. Performing evacuations during emergency drills that require heavy lifting, pushing and pulling. Active engagement with children at their eye level in indoor and outdoor environments. Type of Position Permanent Full-Time
Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type 1.0
Work Scle/Hours Alternating 7:15am-4:15pm shifts with 8:30am-5:30pm shifts, Monday-Friday based on center’s scling needs. Number of Hours Per Week 40
Number of Months Per Year 12
Mandatory Staff No
Physical Demands of Position Continuous lifting and holding of children in standing, sitting, kneeling positions from the floor and furniture. Active supervision at all times, ensuring that children are in sight and sound and engaged in responsive play. Performing evacuations during emergency drills that require heavy lifting, pushing and pulling. Active engagement with children at their eye level in indoor and outdoor environments. Overall Competency Level Journey
Salary Grade Equivalency Salary Range Anticipated Hiring Range $35,498 starting salary
Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.

Childcare and Instruction:

Ability to knowledge of childcare techniques to ensure basic physical care of children. Ability to work with children in groups and individually to model socialization and behavior skills.

Communication:

Ability to provide effective feedback to leadership regarding developmental progress and classroom needs. Ability to convey information effectively in written form to parents and other caregivers such as daily progress reports or classroom observations. Ability to furtheranizational mission and goals through participation inmunity outreach.

Curriculum:

Ability to carry out varied instructional plans for assigned age groups. Ability to provide feedback regarding curriculumprehension to leadership.

Record Administration:

Ability to maintain classroom inventory including ordering. Ability to guide activities of classroom assistants. Ability to maintain various records as needed.

Safety:

Ability to knowledge of safety techniques to facilities and children. Ability to provide preventive measures, first aid, medication, and treatments as necessary.
Pay will bemensurate with applicantpetencies, budget, equity and market considerations. Posting Details Information Posting Date 04/09/2025
Closing Date 05/04/2025
Competency Level Statement Management will only consider applicants who meet the requiredpetencies.
Special Instructions to Applicants Please attach required documents:
Cover Letter
Resume List a minimum of 3 professional references on the application Applicants will be considered for multiple vacancies Search Chair Name Moriah Stegall
Search Chair Email stegallmmappstate
Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web)
Departmental Information Quick Link appstate.peopleadmin/postings/49848
Posting Number 201502828P