Child Development Teacher PRN

Child Development Teacher PRN – Intermountain Health

Join our team as a part‑time Child Development Teacher responsible for providing a safe, nurturing environment for children.

$18.00 /hr – $23.00 /hr (based on experience)

• Pay Rate:
  Based on Experience
• Shift Details: PRN (0‑40 hrs/wk) – primarily Afternoon shifts (2:00 pm – 7:00 pm), Monday‑Friday. Hours vary week to week; most PRN teachers work 2‑3 shifts per week and receive a schedule at least a week in advance.
• Department:
  American Fork Hospital Child Development Center

• 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

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Development/Education or a closely related field (Elementary Education, Family‑Life Studies, Child Psychology). Degree must be from an accredited institution and will be verified.
• Certificate in Early Childhood Development (CDA – Child Development Associate)

• Establish a developmentally appropriate, safe, welcoming, clean, and nurturing room environment.
• Provide direct supervision of children at all times.
• Interact warmly with children using approved early childhood education standards and attend promptly to their physical and emotional needs.
• Follow all regulatory standards and best practices outlined by the Utah Department of Health and Child Care Licensing; complete 20 hours of required training annually.
• Accurately and professionally maintain daily records required by State Licensing, including incident reports, attendance sheets, and daily record sheets.
• Organize engaging and educational activities, materials, and daily schedules that meet developmental goals for each child.
• Maintain observation notes, conduct formal assessments, and provide portfolio documentation to assess children’s progress; share developmental updates with parents regularly and hold two formal parent conferences annually.
• Observe and recognize any difficulties individual children have mastering developmental milestones or behavior; discuss follow‑up actions with the leader and parents if needed.
• Act as a team player and a continuous learner.

• Knowledge of child development and experience caring for children.
• Love of children; flexibility to follow children’s interests/needs, patience, and kindness.
• Ability to proactively resolve conflict and remain calm under stress.
• Excellent organizational skills and time management.
• Excellent customer service.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to react quickly in emergencies to keep children safe.
• Basic computer knowledge (Outlook Email, Microsoft Word, Internet navigation, uploading documentation) to maintain records, complete required training, communicate with parents/staff, and plan curriculum.

• Frequent interactions with children, colleagues, clients, and visitors requiring verbal communication and hearing.
• Manual dexterity for manipulating supplies and equipment; frequent computer/tablet use; perform routine care duties (changing diapers, sanitizing/cleaning, preparing/serving food, medication/bottle preparation).
• Ability to lift, carry, and hold children up to 35 lb.
• Expected to respond quickly to an emergency by running after a child in danger and performing all CPR/First Aid actions.

Kids Stop – American Fork, Utah

We provide a generous benefits package covering a wide range of wellness programs to foster a sustainable culture of well‑being, including programs for physical, mental, and social health.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.