Caregiver (Head Start/Early Head Start)
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Summary
We're looking for a Child Caregiver to come and join our team! We are a fun and loving group of people who love working with children. We are looking for someone who is patient, caring, and has a lot of energy. If you are looking for a fun and rewarding job, then UAMS Head Start/Early Head Start is the place for you!
Job description
Responsibilities
- Models appropriate language and behavior for children and parents in all situations.
- Guides learning through discovery in the environment.
- Utilizes curriculum for developing age-appropriate activities.
- Adheres to the Lesson Plan and class schedule as listed in the classroom.
- Listens to the children and to the parents.
- Assesses children's development levels of learning and plans activities in accordance with developmentally appropriate practices.
- Works cooperatively with other staff to ensure that the children's needs are met inside and outside the classroom.
- Ensures that the learning environment is safe for Head Start/Early Head Start children.
- Performs other duties to ensure program standards are met.
Requirements
- HS diploma/GED
- At least 6 months of experience working directly with preschool-age children (0-5) in a child-related atmosphere
- Lift 40 pounds to chest level, able to bend, stand, walk, see, hear, drive, speak, and able to do repetitious movements
- Must be enrolled or registered for a CDA class or in an Early Childhood class at an accredited college and fulfill the requirements as required for CDA/course completion
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Holiday, Vacation & Sick Leave
- Education discount
- Retirement matching up to 10%
- Basic Life Insurance
- Career Training
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery
Company overview
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is Arkansas' only comprehensive academic health sciences university and the state's largest public employer. Founded in 1879 by eight physicians, UAMS has evolved into a statewide health system encompassing six colleges: Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Health Professions, Public Health, and Graduate School. As a premier academic medical center, UAMS combines education, research, and clinical care through its UAMS Medical Center, which serves as Arkansas' only adult Level 1 trauma center and the state's sole provider of adult kidney, liver, and pancreas transplants. The institution operates with a $1.3 billion budget and generates over $100 million in annual research funding, maintaining internationally recognized programs in multiple myeloma, aging, and other specialized areas. UAMS supports over 3,000 students, 900 medical residents and fellows, and maintains affiliations with Arkansas Children's Hospital and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. With eight regional campuses across Arkansas, UAMS provides extensive community outreach and telehealth services, ensuring healthcare access throughout the state while contributing approximately $3.92 billion annually to Arkansas' economy.