R0072908 Child Care Teacher I​/II​/III; Head Start​/Early Head Start

Closing Date: 01/04/2026

Type of Position: Regular

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

• Health:
  Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement:
  Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department: COM | Peds HS Head Start Program

We are looking for a Child Care Teacher I/II/III to work at the Head Start/Early Head Start program. The Child Care Teacher I/II/III will be responsible for planning and implementing a daily program for the children in the center. The Child Care Teacher I/II/III will also be responsible for supervising the children and ensuring their safety at all times.

High School diploma/GED with a (CDA) Child Development Associates credential in infant-toddler, plus one (1) year of early childhood experience.

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field, or Associate's degree with at least six (6) credit hours in early childhood education, plus one (1) year of early childhood experience.

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field with at least six (6) credit hours in early childhood education plus one (1) year of experience in early childhood Education or related field.

• Creates and maintains an atmosphere conducive to learning, both through physical classroom materials and instructional activities.
• Implement approved regular goals while utilizing techniques necessary to motivate learning in small children.
• Make regular assessments of instructional classroom materials and communicate the need for replacement or repair as needed.
• Supervises students in all activities, both inside and outside the classroom. Ensure that everything is in place in case of your absence.
• Identifies achievement levels of each student and provides ongoing evaluation of progress.
• Identifies and accesses behavioral concerns requiring involvement of program resource staff.
• Establishes and maintains continuous communication between parents and staff.
• Encourages parent involvement to increase literacy skills and classroom participation. Become thoroughly knowledgeable of all required program standards and regulations and adhere to the same.
• Particip…