Early Childhood Teacher

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Open Date 08/21/2026 Requisition Number PRN17382N Job Title Early Childhood Teacher Working Title Early Childhood Teacher-BioKids Career Progression Track B Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? No Standard Hours per Week 19 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

TBD

Is this a work study job? No VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00116 - School of Biological Sciences Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $16-18 DOE Close Date 10/02/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

BioKids is a NAEYC accredited early childhood program. We are a parent cooperative, open year-round and offer full-time programming for young children. We serve children birth through five years in three classrooms: the Infant/Toddler Program (6 weeks - 24 months), the Discovery Preschool (24 months - 36 months or until potty-training) and the Preschool Program (36 months - 5 years of age). Come join our team!

Responsibilities

Curriculum, Classroom Management Expectations and Guidance

1. Develop lesson plans to stimulate and develop mental progresses as well as provide

a well-rounded day of activity for pre-school children. Use DAP guidance techniques,

Creative Curriculum Developmental Objectives, provide appropriate activities.

2. Provide intentional daily experiences in accordance to the Creative Curriculum

Developmental Objectives, based on the children's developmental needs and interests.

3. Will be responsible for the Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment tool and the

assessments for the children in their classroom.

4. Communicate effectively with professionals, parents and children.

5. Extinguishes, or lessens inappropriate behavior and redirects children to appropriate

actions by applying Positive Child Guidance techniques to help children learn to manage

their own behavior in a Positive manner. Models correct techniques for teaching

assistants.

6. Teaches and leads children in music and movement to help them develop memory,

verbal skills and a love for music.

7. Must be able to lift children of up to 30 pounds safely.

8. Interacts with parents and/or guardians to discuss concerns, day-to-day problems,

suggestions, etc. to alleviate concerns and maintain a harmonious relationship.

9. Keep accurate records of client's program usage.

10. Maintains a healthy and safe environment for children by sanitizing materials daily,

and operating within State Licensing Guidelines.

11. Promotes leadership skills within a classroom team and oversees classroom

assistants to interpret behaviors, and ensure they are working appropriately with

children.

12. Demonstrate the ability to work independently, but show a willingness to take

direction from the supervisor

13. Help maintain NAEYC standards and classroom portfolios.

14. Demonstrates consistent attendance and punctuality

15. Maintains a healthy environment for children by sanitizing materials daily and

operating within state licensing guidelines.

16. Supports the BioKids staff in activities such as: playing on the floor with children at

their eye level, supervising and maintaining ratios at all time, helping children toilet

including lifting children to change their diapers, guiding them through the potty

training process (as directed by the lead preschool teacher), washing hands, cleaning

the classroom, maintaining safe transitions between indoors and playground

(including supervising children outdoors year round) and implementing lesson plans

as assigned.

17. Daily routine care of children including: feeding, diapering, cuddling, playing,

singing, talking, picking children up, holding them, and otherwise providing a gentle

and nurturing environment. You will need to be available and responsive to the needs

of individual children.

18. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required.

• Minimum of 1 year of related experience working with children, in a child care, Head Start, or preschool.

• Demonstrated interest in learning about child development and guidance.

• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or must obtain within 6 months of hire.

• Current Food Handler's Permit or must obtain upon hire.

• Must be able to lift and carry small children in arms for short distances (10-50 lbs.).

• Must meet physical characteristics (with or without the use of aids) including:

• Fine and gross motor skills

• Sufficient vision to read printed material

• Sufficient hearing to hear normal and telephone conversations

• Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation

• Ability to sit on the floor and move about on hands and knees for long periods of time

• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time

• Must be able to communicate effectively with children and their parents/guardians, both verbally and in writing.

• Must be able to complete ongoing written assessments about each child that will be shared with parents/guardians.

• Demonstrated skills in general office duties, computer systems, and technology.

• Must be available for in-person meetings with parents/guardians when requested.

• Must be able to communicate effectively with management and/or dispatch in case of emergency.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time, evaluate progress, and adjust activities to complete projects within established timeframe.

• Skilled in establishing effective and collaborative working relationships.

• Able to demonstrate skills in effective communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving.

• Demonstrated skills in general office duties, computer systems, and technology.

• A commitment to providing excellent customer service skills.

• Twenty hours of continuing education each year in early childhood education, per Utah Licensing rules and regulations and NAEYC best practices.

• Must be able to pass criminal background check.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Preferences

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in a related field (such as Child and Family Development, Early Childhood Development) or equivalency
• Current Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate or willingness to pursue a CDA.
• Some experience working in a NAEYC Accredited program.
• Previous child care experience and/or education in Early Childhood is preferred.
• Candidate must demonstrate an interest in learning about child development and guidance.
• Some experience working in an NAEYC Accredited program.

Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you at least 18 years of age and have obtained a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a minimum of 1 year of related experience working with children, in child care, Head Start, or preschool?

• Less than 1 year

• 1 year or more but less than 2 years

• 2 years or more but less than 4 years

• 4 years or more

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter