Lead Teacher, ASUM Childcare; Campus

Overview

Campus-Only Recruitment Only current UM Employees are eligible. Open to all employee types including Temporary Staff and Student Employees.

Position Title: Preschool Teacher
Position Number: 480230
Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, 12 months/year.
Probationary Period: Six months minimum

• Effectively supervise all children for safety and overall general health.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans for the children enrolled.
• Serve as a role model for other caregivers and student aides.
• Train and supervise student staff in their daily duties.
• Establish a rapport with parents in the program, working to best meet their children’s needs.
• The Preschool teacher will be required to have a minimum of two years of experience in a licensed or registered child care program. They must also have a minimum of a CDA (Child Development Associate) credential with at least 12 college credits in Early Childhood Education or at least 24 college credits in Early Childhood Education, with plans and progress toward obtaining, at a minimum, their Early Childhood Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education degree.
• The knowledge of Montana State licensing standards and the ability to apply and enforce them.
• Knowledge of child development, quality early childhood practices, positive child guidance techniques and the care and supervision of children.
• Ability to develop and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Ability to implement and assess quality early childhood practices.
• Ability to assess children’s development and progress and provide portfolio documentation of that progress.
• Ability to follow written meal preparation and food service standards.
• Knowledge of acceptable safety, sanitation and food handling practices.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to communicate and supervise classroom staff effectively in a constructive and positive way.
• Ability to multi-task, effectively manage time, delegate tasks and prioritize.
• Desire and ability to create and maintain a positive work environment, work as a team with all center staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents.
• Implement parent involvement activities.
• Ability and willingness to accept constructive feedback from parents, co-workers or supervisor.
• Ability to be the leader within the classroom and confidently make decisions.

• Early Childhood Education Associate, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred.
• Three (3) or more years of experience in a licensed childcare program preferred.
• Participation in or knowledge of NAEYC Accreditation preferred.
• Participation in or knowledge of STARS for Quality Program.

• Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
• Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience
• Three (3) Professional References – names and contact information

Must be eligible to work in the United States upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action:
Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always”; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.