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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
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Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Education plus 2 years' early childhood program management experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Education plus three (3) years' early childhood program management experience and three to five year’s managerial experience
PMP Certification
Additional Information:
Ensure full implementation of all aspects of the UAMS Early Learning System, including policies, procedures, and tools, to support children in achieving School Readiness Goals.
Analyze and assess child assessment data at least three times per year using CLASS™ and ECERS/ITERS to develop and refine School Readiness Plans and professional development strategies.
Provide ongoing coaching to Site Managers and teaching staff to support effective performance in key areas, including:
CLASS™ Teacher-Child Interactions
Learning Environments
Curriculum Implementation
Child Assessment Practices
Meeting the Needs of All Children
Family Engagement
Professional Growth and Collaboration
Partner with Site Managers and teachers to ensure curriculum is implemented with fidelity.
Support implementation and reliability of child assessment systems, including data interpretation and individualized planning.
Guide Site Managers and teachers in using child outcomes data to strengthen instructional practices.
Provide coaching, observation, and both formal and informal feedback to Site Managers to support quality improvement and professional growth.
Monitor Site Managers’ supervision of teaching staff to ensure alignment with program expectations.
In collaboration with the Education Program Specialist, lead monthly team meetings to support communication and coordination of services.
Participate in local, state, and regional initiatives to represent the program and support ongoing professional development.
In collaboration with the Education Program Specialist, supervise Site Managers and support their professional growth and development.
Monitor classroom practices, including room arrangement, lesson plans, daily schedules, routines, and transitions to ensure compliance with program standards.
Oversee child assessments, observations, work samples, screenings, data entry, and outcome reporting.
Support implementation of curriculum aligned with UAMS Head Start/Early Head Start standards and best practices.
Develop knowledge of community resources related to education and transitions.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, committees, and program-wide initiatives, including occasional evening activities.
Assist Site Managers in developing and executing individualized professional development plans.
Ensure staff understanding and adherence to personnel policies and procedures.
Assign, review, and evaluate work; provide training and guidance to staff with diverse backgrounds and experience levels.
Develop and implement processes that improve workflow, goal setting, and overall program effectiveness.
Perform other duties as assigned.
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Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.