Early Childhood Lab School Assistant Teacher - UAF CTC

Overview

UAF's Community and Technical College is seeking a motivated and creative Assistant Teacher as a welcome addition to our Bunnell House Early Childhood Lab School staff. This is a full‑time, 11‑month, non‑exempt staff position complete with a competitive salary and full employee benefits package.

UAF CTC responds to local and regional vocational and technical training needs and focuses on workplace development to meet state and regional requirements. The Early Childhood Lab School at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is committed to providing high‑quality, licensed care to children of enrolled university students, faculty and staff, while offering rich observation and practicum experiences for university students studying early childhood education.

The lab school is licensed by the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services to serve 30 children, ages 36 months through 6 years, and offers a child‑centered environment that promotes independent learning and cooperative exploration.

• Judgment, patience, organization, interpersonal communication, professional ethics, leadership, teaching and curriculum practices.
• Professional ethics, teaching, positive communication, team leadership, conflict resolution, discretion, mediation and sensitivity.
• Understanding of University personnel policies and practices.
• Understanding of all applicable licensing and certification requirements for childcare facilities.
• Demonstrable understanding of health and safety policies, procedures and regulations affecting day‑to‑day operations of the program.
• Ability to assume the lead teacher role if necessary.

High school graduation plus some vocational or technical coursework in early childhood education or a related field and/or at least three months of formal experience working with age‑appropriate preschool children. Infant‑child‑adult first aid and CPR certification are required.

This position is part of the UAF Community and Technical College and is located on the Troth Yeddha' campus in Fairbanks. It is a full‑time, 11.25‑month, non‑exempt staff position with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 75, based on education and experience. This is a term‑funded position reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. It adheres to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.