Child Development Specialist - Mequon - Milwaukee Area Technical College

Description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at

One (1) part-time vacancy at our Mequon location. This is an academic year position which typically runs from mid- August through mid-May. Up to 19 hours a week, hours are based on department needs.

Under the leadership of Coordinator, Child Care Services, assists in the plans, organization, and operational activities of the instructional process providing general support in classroom settings for infants, toddlers and pre-school children. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment, creativity and ingenuity to analyze and to resolve problems. Day-to-day supervision is general in nature with work performed within established objectives; planning and arranging of work requires the use of a variety of procedures. Unusual situations or problems are referred to the supervisor for advice. Works closely with other professionals in a team approach.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Duties listed may vary in terms of relative importance, and others may be added or eliminated as this position develops. In addition, specific positions within this job title may have minor variations in duties.

• Monitors, plans and prepares instructional activities and provides general assistance to students in the learning situation of the child development center; plans age-appropriate curriculum, including the development of lesson plans.
• Plans and prepares curriculum and materials for learning activities as required; observes and evaluates students enrolled in the Child Development Program.
• Implements curriculum that provides for the developmental interests and abilities of the children; facilitates children's successful completion of tasks by providing support, focused attention, physical proximity, and verbal encouragement.
• Responds quickly and directly to children's needs, desires, and messages; adapts responses to children's differing styles and abilities.
• Keeps alert to signs of undue stress in children's behavior; keeps supervisor appraised of children who may be showing signs of physical, emotional, or developmental problems.
• Prepares exhibits and demonstrations for class presentations; sets up and operates record player, compact disks, VCR, and other specialized equipment related to the area of assignment.
• Keeps order in classrooms, labs, and other space assigned; maintains inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Keeps progress records, notes, inventories, and other data pertaining to the division; prepares related reports as required or assigned.
• Fosters cooperative interaction with other staff, students' parents, and student teachers.
• Participates in in-service training, workshops, and other educational activities as required or assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education: Associate degree or 60 college credits with related Early Childhood credits.

Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Required Experience: One (1) to three (3) years of progressive experience child care teaching.

Preferred Experience: More than three (3) years of relevant experience.

Required License/Certification:

• Wisconsin Administrator's Credential - Registry Level 12- Certificate must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.
• CPR certified- Current or obtained within 3 months of hire date.
• Shaken Baby Prevention Certificate- Current or provided at the time of hire.
• Mandated Reporter Training- Current or provided at the time of hire.

Preferred License/Certification: None.

COMPETENCIES

• Cultivates innovation
• Optimizes work processes
• Ensures accountability
• Collaborates
• Interpersonal savvy
• Communicates effectively
• Instills trust
• Customer focus
• Action oriented
• Values differences
• Self-development
• Compassion

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of child development stages and best practices in teaching.
• Working knowledge of health and safety standards as they apply to children in child care centers.
• Alertness and judgement to detect and prevent situations to possible injury or death.
• Knowledge and skilled at curriculum and lesson plan implementation.
• Effective discipline and classroom management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, staff, and the general public.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended amounts of time.
• Ability to follow and understand oral and written instructions and to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse student and employee populations.
• Proficient ability to use computers and software specific to position, including spreadsheets and the Internet.
• Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision and to provide a leadership role to others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must satisfactorily complete pre-employment requirements, which include a TB health screen and criminal background check.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs., carry, and push up to 30 lbs. and ability pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs and a ladder and maintain balance.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, see, hear and speak.
• Sitting/Standing/Walking: 40% of time spent sitting, 35% of time standing, and 25% of time walking.

Supplemental Information

Start Date: This position supports the Child Care Services area and is available to start as soon as possible.

Hours: Up to 19 hours weekly, in-person, primarily based out of the Mequon campus. Work is conducted during scheduled course hours, Monday - Friday. Flexible hour to meet the needs of the Child Care Services area. Employees will conduct all work hours in the State of Wisconsin, performing work outside the state is strictly prohibited.

Salary: Hourly pay rates are listed up to the midpoint of the range and placement is determined based on years of experience, internal equity, and a review of the applicant's employment and educational background as listed on the job application.

Application Materials & Requirements: To be considered for this position, all applicants (both internal and external) must submit a thoroughly complete application. An incomplete application will not be considered or reviewed.

Interviews: Selected qualified candidates will be invited to virtually interview for this position on a date to be determined.

EEOC: Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.
Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email