Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”.

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
 

Closing Date:

01/01/2025

Type of Position:

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
 

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Department:

COM | Peds HS Head Start Program

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

We’re looking for Child Care Technician (Teacher Assistant) to join our team!
We provide quality early childhood education for children from 0-5 years old and strive to create a safe and nurturing environment for them to grow and learn. If you have a passion for working with children and are dedicated to providing them with the best possible care, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED PLUS six (6) months experience of working in an early childhood environment 
•  Child Development Associate (CDA) credential for preschool/infant children.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Establishes and maintains a learning environment that enables children the greatest amount of success in learning through discovery in the environment. (See ECERS score; early childhood environment rating scale).
• 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. Listens to the children and to the parents.
• Assesses children’s development levels of learning and plans activities in accordance with developmentally appropriate practices.
• Shares learning activities of children with the parents through home visits, classroom parent-teacher conferences and daily progress notes.
• Works cooperatively with parents, service providers and volunteers to ensure that the children’s needs are met.
• Other duties as assigned

Constant Physical Activity:

Feeling, Hearing, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Hearing, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling, Reaching

Salary Information:

"Commensurate with Education and Experience"

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] 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.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

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. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes