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Child Development Associate (Multiple Positions)

Position Summary

The primary responsibilities include: providing assistance and supervision to a classroom of children; support the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate and emergent curriculum; support the assessment of young children; work with a diverse population of children and families.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

a) Use developmentally appropriate practices to interact, guide, supervise, and educate young children.
b) Assist in the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
c) Provide appropriate guidance and ongoing support of student workers.
d) Maintain daily communication and develop professional relationships with a diverse population of parents and staff.
e) Meet all requirements set by Campus Child Care to maintain DCFS licensing, Quality Rating and Improvement System, and NAEYC Accreditation (i.e. First Aid and CPR certification; professional development hours).

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER
1. Possession of credentials required by Illinois Department of Children and Family Services for employment as a Child Care Worker in a licensed child care facility The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services required credentials can be reviewed at:
Section 407 (ilga.gov)
PART 407 LICENSING STANDARDS FOR DAY CARE CENTERS : Sections Listing (ilga.gov)

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES NEEDED TO UNDERTAKE JOB
1. physical examination as required by Illinois Child Care Act for employees in child care facilities
2. personal attributes required by Illinois Department of Children and Family Services for all child care personnel

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)

None

Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

  1. Bachelor’s degree in child development, early childhood education or related field
  2. One year of teaching experience
  3. Gateways Credential Any level
  4. First Aid and CPR Certified- Pediatric
  5. Strong team work and communication skills, organization and time management skills, flexibility and leadership.
  6. Ability to work with young children from infants to preschool and actively engage them in developmentally appropriate way to help expand their knowledge and development.


Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

Additional Requirements (SPS)

Preferred Qualifications (SPS)

Physical demands/requirements

Must be physically and emotionally able to work with young children and supervise their activities.

Physically- Able to lift 30 lbs, sit on the floor, stand, lifting objects and children at various ages and abilities. Move quickly to supervise and stay with active children.

Emotionally: Able to put a child’s needs above your own, able to support growth and development of emotional skills and a deep level of patience and maturity.

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year

1.00

Standard hours

37.50

Hourly Rate or Semi-monthly Pay Rate

$27,553.68/year

Hiring Rate/Range

$1,148.07/per pay period

Earn Type

S

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

· Out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days after start date.
· Fully complete the Education and Work History sections of the application. Be specific on your entire work history, including employment dates and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience.
· If you have education and/or training in excess of what is required, we encourage you to upload your unofficial transcripts.
· After the posting has closed, your submission will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the classification, including any specialty factors associated with this particular position.
· Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from jobs@niu.edu and CivilServiceTesting@niu.edu . Please add these emails to your address book to ensure timely delivery of any future communication.
· We STRONGLY recommend that contact information used in your online profile be personal use, not professional/work information: personal email address, home address and phone numbers. The information that you provide is used to make contact on search updates, department referrals and interviews, etc. We must be able to relay sensitive and important information in a way that protects your privacy concerning job search activity, now and in the future.
· The exam format for this position is a Credentials Assessment. A Credential Assessment is a rating by the Human Resources Office of an applicant’s/employee’s education, experience and special credentials/qualifications (licenses, etc.). In order to determine an appropriate rating for each examination, a review of a résumé, cover letter, university/agency official employment application, college transcript, copies of license/certification and any other relevant material may be required.
· Required documentation noted in the posting, such as a driver’s license, licensures, or certifications MUST be uploaded with your application materials.
· If eligible for Veteran’s Preference Points, DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256 paperwork, reflecting an Honorable Discharge MUST be uploaded to this application in order to receive the maximum eligible points on the Civil Service examination.
· After testing of all qualified applicants has been completed for this position, the names with the top three (3) scores will be referred to the hiring department for interview.
· Click on Child Development Associate for more information including salary ranges, typical duties, minimum acceptable qualifications, and testing requirements.
· Please click on Human Resource Services – Benefits for detailed information about Northern Illinois University’s benefits package.
· Employment is contingent upon your passing a criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Special Instructions

Quick Link to Applicant

https://employment.niu.edu/postings/65203

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at ada@niu.edu .

Safety Information

NIU provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety.

Read the Annual Safety and Security Report. Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-1649 for a hard copy.

Read the Fire Safety Report . Contact the Department of Environmental Health and Safety at 815-753-0404 for a hard copy.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  2. List of References
Optional Documents
  1. Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)
  2. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
  3. Certifications/Licensure #1
  4. Certifications/Licensure #2

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. How did you hear about this vacancy?
    • NIU HR Website
    • College of Health & Human Sciences Website
    • Word of Mouth
    • Listserv
    • Mailing
    • Phone Contact
    • HigherEdJobs
    • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
    • American Physical Therapy Association
    • Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences & Disoder
    • National Council on Rehabilitation Education
    • Other
  2. Select the answer that best describes your work experience providing for the physical needs of children such as feeding, dressing i.e. putting on outer garments, changing diapers, sleeping, washing (hands before meals and after toileting, rinsing out soiled clothes), toileting; preparing cots for napping; preparing and/or serving food i.e. snack, lunch, etc.
    • No work experience directly related to the job function described.
    • My work experience relevant to the job function as described was performed under guidance.
    • My work experience relevant to the job function as described was performed independently.
  3. Please provide the name of the employer and the dates of employment where you gained this experience. Please note that this information must be verified on an NIU application and/or resume.

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. Select the answer that best describes your work experience implementing learning experiences such as planning curriculum activities for children; preparing materials; following prescribed instructions and/or activities; presenting activities; supervising activities and/or children; setting classroom and individual goals and evaluating them regularly.
    • No work experience directly related to the job function described.
    • My work experience relevant to the job function as described was performed under guidance.
    • My work experience relevant to the job function as described was performed independently.
  5. Please provide the name of the employer and the dates of employment where you gained this experience. Please note that this information must be verified on an NIU application and/or resume.

    (Open Ended Question)

  6. Select the answer that best describes your work experience participating in activities such as setting up large motor equipment; playing with children; participating in large motor activities; providing and maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment at school/center/facility; working with related equipment and/or supplies.
    • No work experience directly related to the job function described.
    • My work experience relevant to the job function as described was performed under guidance.
    • My work experience relevant to the job function as described was performed independently.
  7. Please provide the name of the employer and the dates of employment where you gained this experience. Please note that this information must be verified on an NIU application and/or resume.

    (Open Ended Question)

  8. Select the answer that best describes your work experience working cooperatively with others in fulfilling the goals of child care programs; carrying out responsibilities of supervisor, if needed and qualified; providing information in cooperation with research programs or activities; experience analyzing and solving problems related to children, parents and/or staff.
    • No work experience directly related to the job function described.
    • My work experience relevant to the job function as described was performed under guidance.
    • My work experience relevant to the job function as described was performed independently.
  9. Please provide the name of the employer and the dates of employment where you gained this experience. Please note that this information must be verified on an NIU application and/or resume.

    (Open Ended Question)

  10. Select the answer that best describes your work experience communicating with others in a child care/development setting such as child care/development staff; parents; practicum students (college/university); ill/injured or distressed children; children with special needs (hearing, visual, or physically handicapped); child care supervisor; researchers; training college/university student staff.
    • No work experience directly related to the job function described.
    • My work experience relevant to the job function as described was performed under guidance.
    • My work experience relevant to the job function as described was performed independently.
  11. Please provide the name of the employer and the dates of employment where you gained this experience. Please note that this information must be verified on an NIU application and/or resume.

    (Open Ended Question)

  12. Select the answer that best describes your work experience helping children to meet their developmental and emotional needs by encouraging children to: think and solve problems, express their feelings and handle them appropriately, develop positive self esteem and/or confidence, fostering development of independent skills and responsibilities, prompting children to get along cooperatively with others; preparing and implementing age and developmentally appropriate activities such as fine arts, gross motor, fine motor, health and safety, nutrition, science, social studies, self-awareness, language, group time; preparing developmental progress reports of children; reviewing the developmental stage of each child with appropriate expectations.
    • No work experience directly related to the job function described.
    • My work experience relevant to the job function as described was performed under guidance.
    • My work experience relevant to the job function as described was performed independently.
  13. Please provide the name of the employer and the dates of employment where you gained this experience. Please note that this information must be verified on an NIU application and/or resume.

    (Open Ended Question)

  14. Please choose the degree you possess in Child Care/Development, Early Childhood, Elementary Education or closely related field.
    • Associate's Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
  15. How many years of work experience do you have working in a facility such as nursery school, kindergarten, licensed day care center or licensed day care home, or private home?
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1-2 years
    • 2-3 years
    • 3 years or more
  16. Please provide the name of the employer and the dates of employment where you gained this experience. Please note that this information must be verified on an NIU application and/or resume.

    (Open Ended Question)

  17. Please choose any licenses and/or certificates that you current possess.
    • Child Development Associate
    • Pre-Primary and/or Primary/Elementary teacher by the American Montessori Society or Association Montessori International
    • First Aid Training Program
    • CPR


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