Senior Early Childhood Educator

A humblecollegefounded before Texas was a state,Baylornow stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey.

The survey, conducted by Modern Think, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

Baylor University is seeking a Senior Early Childhood Educator. The Senior Early Childhood Educator works onsite at The Piper Center for Family Studies and Child Development directly with infants, toddlers, and/or preschoolers.

Senior Early Childhood Educators serve within Human Sciences and Design in Robbins College and report to The Piper Center Director. These positions serve The Piper Center mission by providing high-quality educational programming in a child-directed, inquiry-based, play-centered learning environment as well as engaging in a collaborative and respectful work environment where collective understanding of child development, family education, and other related subjects is valued.

Senior Educators model an exemplary learning environment, in which undergraduate Child and Family Studies students observe and interact with young children, apply and analyze concepts learned through coursework, and engage with mentors.

This position will work closely with other Piper staff, children and their families, student workers, practicum students, Baylor faculty, and outside therapists (OT, PT, SLP, ABA). This position may mentor laboratory students and support researchers. The position may collaborate with other early care and education professionals in the Waco community and beyond. This position may provide leadership to other early childhood educators.

A Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience are required. A Master's degree and five years of relevant work experience are preferred.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• An active Christian faith
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a Master’s degree preferred
• A minimum of three years of relevant work experience, preferably in a laboratory center setting
• Direct experience working with a diverse group of people, including children with special needs and their families
• Experience with implementing positive guidance techniques in the early years' classroom
• Ability to successfully partner with co-teacher to provide project-based, emergent curriculum; ability to lead the curriculum and documentation cycle
• Ability to compose effective correspondence both written and verbally
• Flexibility and desire to support the Missions of The Piper Center and Baylor University

The successful candidate must pass a criminal background check and TB test prior to start date. First Aid and CPR are required, but can be completed after the offer of employment if not already certified.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

The position is responsible for…