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Company: UT Dallas
Location: Dallas, TX
Career Level: Associate
Industries: Government, Nonprofit, Education

Description

Looking for a rewarding opportunity to work with children? Join our Callier Center Team!

The Callier Center provides a nurturing, learning environment for infants through kindergarten Age. We focus on developing every child's specific needs, including communication and language skills, physical abilities, emotional and social growth and cognitive development. Our Program fosters an environment in which children have the opportunity to communicate, play and develop friendships with other children whose interests, abilities, levels of hearing and methods of communication may be different than their own.

Provide comprehensive developmental programs for preschool populations; provide periodic developmental assessment for preschool ages, and provide model/demonstration services such as parent consultation, quality child care, and on-site university training; provide leadership to teaching teams in a preschool setting.

Minimum Education and Experience

An associate's degree in early childhood education, child development, or elementary education. An applicant can also satisfy the requirement by holding an associate's degree in any field and having completed at least 36 college credit hours of early childhood education, child development, or elementary education coursework.

Preferred Education and Experience

Knowledge of NAEYC accreditation criteria, knowledge of HighScope curriculum; experience with preschool-age children, experience as a lead teacher; and effective interpersonal skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide educational activities in an appropriately designed for 3-year-old to Kindergarten setting; assist in mainstreaming activities to include special populations; provide parent conferences on a regular basis; develop assessment plans for periodic application; plan staff development exp; other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Must have a negative TB test.
Must complete 24 hours of approved training annually.

Work Notice:
Work will be performed on-site and in person.

May use:

  • Computer, iPod, IPad
  • Basic kitchen appliances and utensils
  • Classroom toys and supplies Broom/mop/cleaning supplies


 What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Tuition Benefits
  • Internal Training
  • Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Long and short-term disability
  • Retirement Plan Options
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Holidays

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.  
 Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

About Us
UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences. UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.

The University has a variety of programs and initiatives to support engagement and success for all members of the campus community. Employee benefits include a range of physical and mental wellness resources. “LilyPad” lactation facilities are located throughout the campus. There are several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) comprised of individuals who share common interests to help build community among UT Dallas faculty and staff (e.g., Universal Access ERG, Military and Veteran ERG, UT Dallas Young Professionals).

Rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails and so much more, the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex has something for everyone to explore. UT Dallas partners with regional higher education institutions and school districts and with the Richardson Innovation Quarter (Richardson IQ), a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities.

Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.


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