Early Childhood Dvlpmnt Prctnr - Contributing

Posting Information

Department OBGYN-Horizons-412480
Career Area Other
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 01/27/2026
Final date to receive applications 02/12/2026
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Early Childhood Dvlpmnt Prctnr - Contributing
Salary Grade Equivalent NC01 / GN02
Working Title Early Childhood Teacher
Position Number
Vacancy P020765
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 6:00 pm, rotating schedule
Work Location CHAPEL HILL, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $35,498 - $36,764
Pay Band Information To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in patient care, education and research.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.

UNC
-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

This position will plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for the children on a weekly and daily basis. Incorporate into these plans any suggestions or goals for the child that are developed by any outside providers (Occupational, Speech, Physical Therapists, Horizon’s Child and Family Therapist, etc.). Comply with Policies and Regulations:
Meet all regulations of the NC Division of Child Development, Early Head Start and the policies and procedures of the childcare center on a daily basis. Comply with the administrative policies of the UNC Horizons Program and the childcare center. Provide supervision of and interaction with the children in care to maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. Contribute to the maintaining of the childcare center’s physical environment by discarding any broken or dangerous items and informing supervisor of any health/safety hazards of the center’s physical environment or of items that need to be replaced.

Establish and maintain effective communication with parents. Offer support, advice and encouragement to the parents regarding their child’s goals, accomplishments and overall well-being. Conduct parent/teacher conferences to review any adjustment, behavior, progress or other concerns. Participate as an active and involved member of the UNC Horizons team as well as the childcare center team. Regularly attend UNC Horizons staff meetings, trainings, annual conference and other events.

Attend and actively participate in all Horizons Child Development Center specific events, meetings and trainings. Communicate questions and concerns regarding Horizons with other team members where appropriate and supervisors.

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related childcare experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Preference for candidates with a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or knowledge in early child childhood education.
• Preference for candidates with experience or knowledge of children of parents with substance use disorders.
• Preference for candidates with experience planning activities, lessons and meals for children in a day care center. Specifically looking for people with experience with infants-toddlers (ages 6-24 months).