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Child Development Associate

uis
Springfield, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025
Summary:
Looking for an early childhood educator to work with infants, ages 6 weeks to 15 months. This person will create and implement curriculum, work with children, families, and other staff, and be fully responsible for a small group of children.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Plan and participate in appropriate activities that promotes the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of the children.
  • Use the center’s assessment plan to compile accurate and valid written assessments of all children, document children’s growth & development and the learning in the classroom. 
  • Design and maintain a classroom environment that is child focused and encompasses all aspects of developmentally appropriate practice. 
  • Care for classroom equipment and materials, and perform necessary housekeeping tasks. Assist with the physical responsibilities of the center. Perform other duties as assigned. 
  • Provide for the physical needs of the children (including, but not limited to feeding, dispensing medicine, dressing/undressing, assisting with toileting needs, naps, and other activities). Supervise and be aware of individual health concerns. Communicate any and all concerns to the supervisor and/or Director. 
  • Maintain daily communication (both verbal and written) and cooperation with families of children (including, but not limited to discussing a child's mental and physical condition, changes in daily schedule, or a child's participation in daily activities). Greet families and children on a daily basis, upon arrival and departure. 
  • Work cooperatively with other staff members. Substitute for higher level personnel when and if needed, and if qualified.
  • Mentor and be a positive role model to student employees. 
  • Remain sensitive to the needs of both children and families, and to respect the diversity represented in families, included the use of ethical guidelines of both the University and NAEYC. 
  • Complete daily paperwork required, including but not limited to meal participation records, attendance records, incident/accident reports, and other documents necessary for the care of young children. 
  • Participate in staff meetings, team building exercises, and center related group activities. Complete required annual training hours as required by DCFS and NAEYC. 
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