Child Development Lab Instructor Substitute

Overview

Utah State University Brigham City is looking for an engaging individual to work in our child development lab preschool. This dynamic person will create fun and innovative lessons that teach children. They will help ensure a positive atmosphere and help children feel valued. They will ensure that proper learning developmentally appropriate activities are available to children that enroll. The child development lab runs both fall and spring semesters and is typically open for four (8am-12pm) hours per day.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the child development lab runs smoothly by developing interesting lessons that are developmentally appropriate for children’s abilities.
• Work with the director to provide the best learning environment possible, maintain necessary accreditation standards, complete reports, and handle inspections.
• Work with USU students and help them learn the best practices in early childhood learning.
• Create a positive environment for parents, children, and college students in the preschool
• Maintain proper education standards for students and to demonstrate proper teaching techniques to student teachers.
• Oversee safety requirements and ensure a safe experience for kids.
• Help maintain the outdoor play area.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates degree preferred but not required
• Positive personality that is inviting and engaging

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong customer service background, experience, or knowledge with the ability to apply those skills in creating positive experiences while interacting with others
• Experience working with young children in an education setting
• Responsive, creative, and able to work independently without strong oversight
• Great organizational skills to ensure the smooth operation of the development lab
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on center needs

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” 

 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

$12.00 per hour

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

 

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

 

As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

 

Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU. 

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a