State Teacher (HELC)

Auburn University, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
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Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number S3325P
Home Org Name Harris Early Learning Ctr Operating
Division Name College of Human Sciences
Position Title State Teacher (HELC)
Job Class Code AD55
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term Yes
Limited Term Length One year
Job Summary
This is a one (1) year limited term appointment. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funding.

The State Teacher plans, creates, and implements the daily program for preschool learning environments at the Auburn University Early Learning Center (HELC).
The Harris Early Learning Center (HELC) is a National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredited preschool facility for children ranging in age from six weeks to five years located in Birmingham, AL.
Essential Functions
1. Plans and implements a curriculum for a group of 18 or more children consistent with
developmentally appropriate early childhood education practice and in accordance with National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation standards.
2. Mentors and facilitates the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children through safe and structured environments. Documents health, vision, hearing, Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Preschoolers (DECA), and Ages and Stages questionnaire (ASQ3)
screenings. Documents the assessment of children on a quarterly basis in the Teaching Strategies GOLD System and uses the data to complete 2 annual parent/teacher conferences.
3. Plans, implements, and evaluates a daily program which includes designing classroom
arrangement for optimal learning, and developing planning materials and activities that facilitate active learning for the children.
4. Provides, instructs, and monitors children in the use of a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
5. Participates in modeling best classroom practices for undergraduate students completing course requirements or internships.
6. Collaborates with the community representatives such as therapists, specialists, and psychologist
as needed. Administers medication per doctor’s prescribing instructions.
7. Plans monthly parent enrichment and involvement activities, presents at parent seminars, and meetings with families to keep them informed of daily progress of their child.

Minimum Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Required Education and Experience:
  • Education- Four-year college degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field.
  • Experience- One Year in an early learning environment with young children

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications


Minimum Skills and Abilities
Basic understanding of child development in all areas of development (physical, social, emotional, cognitive, creative), as well as appropriate communication with parents of young children.
Basic knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; and psychological research methods.
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
Ability to select and use training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Ability to monitor/assess performance of students to make improvements or take corrective action.
Ability to instruct students individually or in groups, adapting teaching methods to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
Ability to discuss student progress with parents and/or guardians conveying educational needs and results in the classroom.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
CPR/First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain within 60 days of date of hire; TB Skin Test.

Desired Qualifications


Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information


Salary Range $53,226 - $63,600
Job Category Other
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: Birmingham
State position is located: Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 01/19/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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