Childcare Specialist (Multiple Vacancies)

Job Title: Childcare Specialist (Multiple Vacancies)

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 60477

Department

FSU Childcare & Early Learning Program

Responsibilities

• This position involves hands-on care and education of young children, including directly supervising, guiding, and teaching infants, toddlers, and preschoolers—ranging in age from 6 weeks to 5 years old—within the FSU Childcare and Early Learning Program facility. Daily responsibilities include engaging with children in age-appropriate activities, ensuring their safety and well-being, and fostering a nurturing and developmentally supportive environment.
• Manages one classroom of assigned ages within the pod to accomplish the strategic goals for learning through educational play under the support and guidance of Faculty Pod Leader.
• Communicates regularly with families regarding child progress and development, daily activities, program information and events, and assists Faculty Pod Leader with Family conferences, as needed.
• Attends, participates, and assists in managing open houses for families, center tours for prospective families, and team meetings.
• Participates in trainings, workshops, conferences, seminars, and completes required DCF training and professional development CEUs.
  
  

Under the direction of the Faculty Pod Leader, position will assist with:

• The supervision of and the implementation of educational activities for children in both large and small group settings.
• Conducting developmental assessments; maintaining up to date records and evaluations related to the participation, performance and accomplishments of children enrolled in the program; DCF file requirements; and accreditation portfolios.
• Meeting the needs of children with exceptions and specialties.
• Supporting and training student staff, practicum students, interns, and volunteers.
• Communicating and holding regular meetings with team.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Human Services, or related field with a focus on early education.
• Knowledge and understanding of lesson plan design, curriculum implementation, classroom management strategies, and developmentally appropriate practice with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old
• Experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising and providing care for children in a childcare facility setting.
• At least one year of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old in a classroom setting.
• Must have completed state mandated 40 clock hours of DCF training or be able to complete within 6 months of hire date.
• Must have First Aid and CPR certification or be able to complete training and receive certification within 3 months of hire date.
  
  

Contact Info

Tiffany Karnisky

Program Director

tkarnisky@fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Must be able to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday between the hours of 7:30 AM- 5:30 PM, including some evening and weekend hours for program sponsored events and activities.

This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.