at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Information
Working Position Title
Lead Teacher (Multiple Positions) (4902)
Classification
Child Development Supervisor
Position Number
00004902
Open Date
05/22/2024
Close Date
06/02/2024
Priority Review Date
Employee Class
Staff
Full-Time/Part Time
Full-Time
FTE
1.00
Position Status
Regular
FLSA
Exempt
Job code
3474
Union Representation
Union
Union Code
AFC - AFSCME C, Local #1890
Unit/Department
Child Development & Family Ct
College/Unit
College-Hlth & Human Sci Dean
Division
Academic Division
Location
CC 084
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
https://www.chhs.niu.edu/child-center/index.shtml
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications
Overview
Welcome to the Child Development and Family Center (CDFC), Operated by the School of Family and Consumer Sciences.
The center is a lab school providing high-quality care to the children of NIU students, NIU faculty and staff, and community members. The CDFC is also home to the NIU Child Care Access Means Parents In School Program (CCAMPIS) and the NIU Preschool for All Expansion Program (PFAE).
The center's excellence is reflected in its accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and its inclusion in the Gold Circle of Quality by ExceleRate Illinois. We are looking for energetic teachers to join us in training the next generation of strong early childhood educators.
Position Summary
The Child Development and Family Center (CDFC) Child Development Supervisor (lead teacher) will be present at the Child Development and Family Center for the majority of each day to ensure that licensing and NAEYC Accreditation requirements are met and oversee daily operations in the classroom.
Job responsibilities will be performed in consultation and collaboration with the CDFC Director, CD Faculty, and the Advisory Board. The Child Development Supervisor is responsible for initiating and facilitating duties and tasks described in this document.
The CDFC Child Development Supervisor (head teacher) will be evaluated by a member of the CDFC administrative team with consultation by CD Faculty, Families and peers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Child Development & Family Center Responsibilities - 30%
Attends staff meetings.
Attends board meetings as designated.
Contributes to dialogue and discussion and presents insight into solutions to problems.
Exhibits discretion in dealing with parents, children, staff, and the academic progress of practicum students.
Cooperates with students doing observations and faculty conducting research.
Helps recruit and promote faculty research related to the CDFC, networks with staff and faculty in various departments as appropriate or feasible.
Documents own performance and classroom supervision abilities to CDFC Co-Director, per CDFC guidelines.
Participates constructively in the evaluation process.
Participates in occasional evening workshops and CDFC events with practicum students and/or families, as designated.
Continues own professional development through classes and conferences, and/or workshop presentations.
Maintains or initiates activities and critical practices necessary for maintenance of DCFS license and accreditation status.
Supports collegial relationships by engaging in reflection with colleagues and works to resolve conflicts with colleagues in a direct and respectful way.
Follows and uses NAEYC Code of Ethics as a guide to making decisions involving ethical dilemmas.
Maintains Illinois Gateways Registry status, and other personal documentation as necessary or required, annually.
Supervision of Students - 30%
Mentors current and pre-practicum students, undergraduate student employees and graduate assistants who are serving as childcare professionals; Examples of mentoring activities include direct instruction, general and specific guidance, constructive verbal feedback, modeling, positive feedback, and out-of-classroom discussions.
Models appropriate guidance techniques.
Provides specific feedback to current and pre-practicum students in difficult child guidance situations; Provides positive feedback to students as indicated.
Assists Master Teachers in the evaluation of practicum students' interactions with children, families, staff, and peers.
Provides assessment for 490 assignments... For full info follow application link.
In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.
