Early Childhood Development Specialist; Magnolia

Early Childhood Development Specialist (Magnolia)

Join our Kids First team in Magnolia, AR as an Early Childhood Development Specialist (ECDS). Kids First is a dynamic, growing organization dedicated to providing high‑quality, individualized care and developmental interventions for young children with special healthcare needs.

Location:

Magnolia, AR
Department: COM | Peds Kids First Magnolia

Work Shift:

Not specified
Institution:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)

• Ensures quality of individualized developmental services provided at KIDS FIRST.
• Supports the academic mission of the Kids First program.
• Demonstrates professionalism, continued development of skills, and job‑related interest and concern.
• Other duties assigned.

• Bachelor's degree plus at least one of the following:
  1) Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education Certificate,
  2) A Child Development Associate Certificate,
  3) Birth to Pre‑K Credential WITH documentation of 12 hours of experience working with children with special needs and 12 hours of coursework in early childhood, child development, special education, elementary education, or child and family studies PLUS six (6) months documented experience working with children.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as a team
  • Ability to administer standardized developmental testing instruments
  • Ability to build relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
  • Knowledge of developmental milestones in the birth‑to‑five population

Commensurate with education and experience.

UAMS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions:

• Health:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for qualifying staff and families
• 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 using UAMS pharmacy

• Resume

• Proof of Veteran Status

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. To apply for this position, submit required materials through the University of Arkansas System Career Site. For assistance or questions, contact Human Resources at ask recruitment.

Pre‑employment Screening Requirements: This position is subject to pre‑employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relation to job responsibilities and business necessity. Information obtained will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. For questions or concerns about Title IX compliance, please contact the University’s Title IX Coordinator or the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.