Child Development Supervisor, CDL

Overview

Department of Human Development and Family Studies, College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. WE TRANSFORM LIVES. We aim to improve the quality of life through knowledge creation, translation, and dissemination, training the next generation of experts and leaders. The CDL (Child Development Laboratory) supports play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum, teacher training, and research/teaching projects. The CDL has served thousands of children and university students since opening and offers a collegial, supportive environment.

Participate in the implementation of the total childcare program of the facility, working in cooperation with other Associates and under general supervision from higher level personnel.

• Curriculum:
  Assist the head teacher in developing programs and procedures focusing on child safety and development across cognitive, language/literacy, social, emotional, fine and large motor, and creative domains.
• Participate in weekly curriculum planning with team members and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum meeting licensing requirements and NAEYC standards.
• Assist in developing and implementing developmental assessment tools; observe children to evaluate development and adjustment.
• Prepare reports on growth and development for parent-teacher conferences.
• Keep the head teacher informed of program changes, parental concerns, supplies and equipment needs, and any issues during the head teacher s absence.
• Adult Supervision:
  In the head teacher s absence, supervise activities and provide training for lower level staff, students, and interns.
• Assist in professional development activities for local, state, and national child care communities; participate in staff development workshops to meet licensing and NAEYC standards; assume head teacher responsibilities as needed.
• Daily Caregiving:
  Provide for the physical needs of children, supervise feeding, dressing, naps, and other activities; maintain daily communication with parents about the child s condition and schedule or activity participation.
• Environment:
  Maintain an orderly, attractive environment conducive to growth and development; collaborate with team members to support the CDL mission.
• Research and Teaching Support:
  Provide feedback on intern performance related to interactions and lesson plan implementation; assist researchers in classroom rapport-building to facilitate participation.
• Miscellaneous:
  Assist head teachers and the associate director in implementing in-service and pre-service professional development; participate in staff development to meet guidelines; assume duties of the head teacher as needed; perform other related duties as assigned.

• Work outdoors:
  Occasionally

• Possession of credentials required by Illinois Department of Children and Family Services for employment as a Child Care Worker in a licensed facility.
• A. Bachelor’s degree in child development, education, or related fields, including 18 semester hours directly related to child development and/or child care, of which 6 semester hours are for birth to age six; OR
• B. Two years of experience comparable to the lower level, plus 18 additional semester hours of credit for related coursework.
• Must hold certification or obtain within 1 month of hire date in first aid, CPR (including all age groups served), Heimlich maneuver, and infant choking first aid; see CDL requirements for details.

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100% full-time Civil Service 3474 - Child Development Supervisor position, 12-month appointment. Wage: $40,521. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available. Illinois residency requirements apply; provide a valid Illinois driver s license or  on campus per the University s Workplace Flexibility Policy. Expected start date: as soon as possible after 2/4/2026.

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on February 3, 2026. Apply via the Apply Now button with a cover letter, resume, complete transcripts, and contact information for three references. If required, transcripts or credentials may be requested by the first day of employment. For questions, contact Meghan Redeker at meghanew or . For application process questions, call .

Record of a current medical examination is required.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is an equal opportunity employer. Some AI tools may be used in candidate review. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, PTO, and tuition waivers for employees and dependents. See required employment notices for background checks and accommodations. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations. Requisition . Job Category:
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