The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This list of duties is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all the functions and responsibilities performed.

POSITION SUMMARY
Responsibilities include directing the Child Development Center (CDC) as a laboratory center, participating in university and community service, supervising staff members, and/or student workers.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide a stimulating, safe, and engaging environment for children and students to explore and learn. 
• Model best practices of co-teaching for children, students, peers, and families. 
• Host and evaluate special activities for children and families. 
• Complete appropriate paperwork and documentation for CYFD, ECECD, and NAEYC.
• Oversee NAEYC accreditation process and Focus Guidelines compliance.
• Oversee correspondence and bulletin boards. 
• Schedule, supervise and evaluate student workers. 
• Abide by CDC and ENMU policies and procedures, child care licensing and quality standards, teacher licensure requirements and standards, and NAEYC’s Code of Ethical Conduct.
• Work collaboratively with CDC staff and professors to facilitate lab experiences.
• Oversee and assess lab students as assigned. 
• Attend the School of Arts and Sciences meetings and all campus meetings. 
• If qualified per the HLC Faculty Matrix, teach up to 3 courses per semester.
• Facilitate on-going training for self and staff to be compliant with accreditation. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Skill in leveraging resources, staff development and staff appreciation.
• Ability to build a vision for the CDC in collaboration with stake holders.
• Ethic of care with uncompromising respect for children, youth and families
• Sensitivity to the voices of parents.
• Ability to build productive and understanding relationships with staff and families.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with parents, community, students and staff.
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude. 
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work. 
• Knowledge of laboratory operations and procedures. 
• Knowledge of early childhood and comprehensive health education programs, policies, and trends. 
• Knowledge of health and nutritional management needs of children. 
• Knowledge of federal/state laws and protocols related to NM licensing for centers and early childhood educators. 
• Ability to organize and secure special education services for children. 
• Ability to use technology. 
• Collegial and ability to work well in a team. 
• Accurate record keeping. 
• Ability to work well in a collegial co-teaching setting.
• Compliance with University Policy. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Masters degree (or bachelors with graduate degree obtainable within twelve months) in early childhood education or related field.
• Two years teaching (birth-primary grades) experience.
• The position requires licensure by the State of New Mexico to teach early childhood education or have the ability to obtain the license within twelve months of the appointment. 
• The position requires criminal background check and a current first aid/CPR certification (or obtainable within first 60 days of hire).