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Instructional Specialist, PRN

Arizona State University

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#Child Supervision#Early Childhood Education#Childcare#Preschool#Positive Guidance#Developmentally Appropriate Practice#Classroom Support#Curriculum Guidelines
#Educational Program Management
#Child Development Lab
OtherOn Site2-5 yrs$16 - $20 / HOURPosted 9 days agoCloses Aug 3

Location

Tempe, Arizona

Salary

$16 - $20 / HOUR

Quick overview

Implement developmentally appropriate early childhood curriculum and daily routines for children aged two to five. Provide classroom support and supervision during peak periods or staff absences to maintain high standards of care.

Requirements summary

Requires a bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Candidates should possess knowledge of early childhood developmental models and the ability to manage dynamic classroom environments.

bachelor degreeCurriculum ImplementationChild SupervisionClassroom ManagementProfessional CommunicationConflict ResolutionEarly Childhood EducationPositive Guidance TechniquesCreative Activity DevelopmentFirst Aid/Emergency CareDevelopmental Learning Methodologies

Job description

Job Profile

  • Academic
  • Program
  • Specialist 2
  • Non-Exempt
  • Job
  • Family:
  • Academic
  • Program
  • Management
  • Time
  • Type: PRN Max Pay –
  • Depends on experience: $20.00
  • USD
  • Hourly
  • Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Job Profile Summary: Coordinates day-to-day fiscal, administrative, and operational activities of a defined, program or a set of funded activities. Programs are usually focused to a single purpose, may be educational, or service oriented, and may exist as a subset of an integrated funded program activity.

Job Description

The Child Development Lab (CDL) within the Sanford School at ASU-Tempe is seeking a highly qualified, flexible, on-call Instructional Specialist, PRN, to join our team. As a PRN employee, this is an as-needed, non-benefits eligible position with no guaranteed minimum hours. The CDL operates Monday through Friday from 7:00am-5:30pm. Potential shifts would include hours like 7:00am-3:00pm, 9:30-5:30pm, or any other variation within our hours of operation. While some absences are planned with advanced notice, many absences are unplanned and require on-call availability. Please note that this position is 100% onsite. Under the direction of the Child Development Manager, this role supports the implementation of developmentally appropriate early childhood education curriculum and activities. In addition, the position plays a key role in maintaining high standards of care by providing classroom support in preschool settings as needed during peak periods, staff absences, and staffing shortages. The role is based in a full-day childcare and preschool environment serving children ages two through five.

Salary

  • $16-$20 per hour;
  • DOE
  • Essential
  • Duties: Implement and support a developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily routines of young children enrolled in the
  • Child
  • Development
  • Laboratory including, but not limited to: indoor/outdoor play opportunities, group activities, meal, and rest time. Supervise children in assigned activity areas as well as assume supervision of the classroom in the absence of Associate Professional, Assistant Professional, or Intern. Models and implements appropriate interactions for student workers and volunteers. Conducts self in a professional manner by modeling appropriate language, behavior, and presence in accordance with established procedures, practices, and standards of the Teacher Manual for timeliness and readiness to interact with children and complete assigned tasks. Practices interactions with children that are developmentally, culturally and individually appropriate by demonstrating respect for individual and cultural differences in children, families and staff. Practices positive guidance techniques to assist children in developing self-regulation. Maintain positive communication with children, families and staff. Assist in the implementation of age appropriate corrective measures/discipline as needed for management of classroom environment. Assists in the maintenance of a healthy and safe classroom environment (indoors and outdoors). May be required to perform general housekeeping tasks such as laundry, snack preparation, toy washing, general cleaning and organizing environment. Performs all other job-related duties as assigned by Associate Professionals, Assistant Professionals and the Child Development Manager.
  • Desired
  • Qualifications: Knowledge of early childhood developmental learning methodologies/models. Knowledge of University policies and procedures. Knowledge of proper administration of basic and emergency medical care. Knowledge of games/activities suitable for young children. Knowledge of early childhood curriculum guidelines. Skill in working in an environment subject to noise, frequent exposure to contagious diseases, interruptions, and quickly changing priorities. Skill in communicating courteously and professionally. Skill in working with young children to help them complete activities and remain focused on assigned activities. Skill in quickly responding to dynamic situations utilizing effective communication and appropriate intervention methods. Skill in responding to various situations utilizing effective communication and appropriate intervention methods. Skill in developing creative activities with limited resources and materials. Ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts. Ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform essential functions.
  • Working
  • Environment: Activities performed involve exposure to both an environmentally controlled classroom setting as well as external environmental conditions subject to periods of sitting, standing, and walking moderate distances to perform work; regular exposure to variations in weather involving temperature, wind and humidity changes. Some movements involve with this position include frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.

Location

  • Campus:
  • Tempe
  • Funding:
  • No
  • Federal
  • Funding
  • Instructions to
  • Apply: Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub. Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on. https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$23514.htmld To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments: Cover letter Resume or CV Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name. Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important

  • Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date. Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience. Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.
  • ASU
  • Statement: Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Notice of
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  • Annual
  • Security and
  • Fire
  • Safety
  • Report: In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456. Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources.
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  • Department
  • Statement: The School of Social and Family Dynamics is an academic unit within The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, which is the largest college at ASU and is organized in a divisional structure comprised of humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. The atmosphere is collegial, priorities are fluid, and demands for assistance come from many directions. Our school offers a variety of degree programs in Family and Human Development and Sociology. Our faculty are at the cutting edge of their fields and are devoted to finding solutions to today's most difficult and important problems. The work of the school, however, is not focused entirely on problems. We address the positive outcomes associated with development, families, and social institutions. Understanding individual, family, and social strengths and resilience is critical to promoting and improving well-being and health. For more information on the Child Development Lab within the Sanford School, please visit our website at https://thesanfordschool.asu.edu/cdl.
  • Driving
  • Requirement: Driving is not required for this position.
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  • Statement: ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
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  • Statement: ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
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  • Statement: A fingerprint check is not required for this position. Current ASU employees and Contingent Workers should log into Workday to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Submitting your application using this portal may result in longer recruitment times. If you are not a current ASU employee, please create an external candidate account using a personal (non-ASU) email address and continue your application through this site. For step-by-step instructions, refer to the ASU Application Guide for External Candidates If you are a student (worker and non-worker) interested in applying for student jobs, please log into Workday to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub and click on Find Student Jobs in the lefthand menu. If you are a student (non-worker) interested in applying for staff jobs, please create an external candidate account using a personal (non-ASU) email address and continue applying through this site. About Arizona State University Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the country’s most innovative school, Arizona State University is where students and faculty work with NASA to develop, advance and lead innovations in space exploration.
  • Market context

    Arizona PRN instructional support role

    In Arizona, PRN instructional specialist roles can be attractive in settings that need flexible, on-call support for early learning programs. Competition often centers on candidates who can show experience with early childhood developmental models, steady classroom management, and the ability to step in quickly with minimal ramp-up. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to examples of managing dynamic classrooms and supporting young learners.

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