University of Dayton·Dayton, Ohio
The Early Childhood Educator III is responsible for implementing curriculum and engaging with children to provide high-quality early care and education. They also collaborate with the teaching team to document learning and share best practices with students and families.
Early Childhood educator IIIs (ECEIII) work with their educational team to provide high quality early care and education for infants, toddlers or preschoolers.
They demonstrate an understanding of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Position on Developmentally Appropriate Practices incorporate both consistently.
ECEIIIs engage in collaborative planning and critical reflection to maintain a classroom where the environment, curriculum and responsive interactions are intentional and based on the most current research of the field.
They provide a positive climate for children, families, early childhood students, team members and center staff.
They create an environment where differences are valued and a growth mindset is expected.
While all members of the teaching team actively engage children and maintain classroom organization and routines using play-based and child-centered pedagogies, over half (54 %) of the ECEIII’s job responsibilities focus on implementing the curriculum and engaging with children. ECEIIIs contribute to assessment-supported curriculum by collecting and compiling children’s work samples to be used to document children’s learning. They are also responsible for collecting and compiling examples of high quality practice to share with university students, families and the early childhood community.
This is a full time benefit eligible position that offers health, dental and vision insurance, retirement, disability, tuition assistance for you and your dependents, vacation/sick accrual and holiday pay. Apply today!
While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:
Has more than 1 year teaching experience with infants, toddlers, and/or preschoolers. Has experience teaching an integrated, project-based, emergent and STEM curriculum. Has experience with online communication and record keeping tools such as Moment Path.
To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.
Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.
Candidates must hold an associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and possess at least one year of teaching experience with young children. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google tools, along with an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices, is required.
Market context
In Ohio, Early Childhood Educator III roles are often in steady demand because centers and programs need staff who can support young children’s development and meet classroom requirements. Competition can be stronger for candidates who already have an associate degree, one year of teaching experience, and comfort with Microsoft Office, Google tools, and developmentally appropriate practices. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to highlight hands-on classroom experience and early learning credentials.