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Early Childhood Teacher I

Apply now Job no: 499757
Work type: Staff - Part-Time
Location: Health Science Campus Support Toledo, OH
Categories: Part-Time, AFSCME, Academic

Title: Early Childhood Teacher I

Department Org: Early Learning Center - 108800

Employee Classification: B2 - Classif'd Part Time AFSCME HSC

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME HSC

Primary Location: HSC S

Shift:  1

Start Time:  2:00pm   End Time:  6:00pm

Posted Salary: $17.10/hr.

Float: True

Rotate: True

On Call: False

Travel: False

Weekend/Holiday: False

Job Description:

The Early Childhood Teacher I supports an assigned classroom, working with children ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years. This role provides hands-on care and assistance to ensure each child’s safety, health, and well-being while promoting growth across cognitive, physical, social, and emotional domains. The Teacher I helps implement developmentally appropriate, play-based lessons, observes and supports children’s progress, and partners with families to encourage learning. Collaboration with lead teachers, other educators, and administrators is essential to maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Assist lead teachers with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, play-based lessons.
• Support children’s safety, health, and well-being throughout the day.
• Help maintain organized, engaging, and safe learning environments.
• Observe children’s development and assist with documentation and assessments.
• Partner with families through regular communication to support learning and growth
• Collaborate with educators and administrators to foster a nurturing, inclusive classroom.
• Assist with health, hygiene, and safety routines.
• Support classroom management by modeling positive behaviors and encouraging self-confidence.
• Help maintain classroom materials, learning centers, and shared spaces.
• Assist in compliance with Ohio licensing rules and documentation requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age and possess a H.S. diploma or GED equivalent.
• 60 semester hours of Early Childhood Education at the college level, or experience working with young children in a child care setting required.
• Must have or obtain the following trainings within 3 months of employment: Infant & Child First Aid & CPR, Common Childhood Communicable Disease, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse.
• Shall not have any convictions of child abuse or crimes involving moral turpitude.
• Must have a fingerprint check by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI).
• Strength in creating inclusive partnerships with children, families and colleagues.
• Ability to supervise and interact with children outdoors for extended periods of varied weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate degree in early childhood education or a closely related field, or Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential preferred.

 

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position. 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation. 

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request. 

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.

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Last Updated: 5/9/25