Child Development Center Teacher

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Jul 25, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Child Development Center Teacher
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Child Care Services
Department	SAS - Psychology-Child Study
Overview	The School of Arts and Sciences ( SAS) is the largest academic unit at Rutgers University and the center of the undergraduate experience on the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning the liberal arts. SAS offers more than 100 majors and minors across the life sciences, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and mathematical and physical sciences with research centers and institutes across the school. With a diverse student body of more than 20,000 students, SAS has a membership of over 1,700 faculty members, more than 500 administrative staff, and 200,000 living alumni. SAS delivers a wide array of services in support of the teaching, research, and the mission and goals of Rutgers University. The School of Arts and Sciences promotes anti-racist, inclusive, equity-enhancing ideas and practices both inside and outside of the classroom for our community of educators, staff, and students. This includes a diverse set of voices and experiences. All individuals no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, nationality, history, sexual orientation, religious practices, or socio-economic status are valued and respected. The School of Arts and Sciences is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to and support the diversity and excellence of the organization. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our commitment to these values.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Child Development Center Teacher for the Psychology Child Study within the School of Arts and Sciences. This position is one of nine permanent positions at the Rutgers Psychology Child Development Center, a teaching and research setting which provides early childhood care/education for 68 children from the ages of 1 to 5 years. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Handles specific classroom duties, for supervising children, staff and college fieldwork students, is required to participate in professional development, and is expected to have positive interactions with all parents and staff.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	54027.000
Mid Range Salary	68383.000
Maximum Salary	82739.000
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in child development, elementary education, early childhood education, or related field; or In lieu of Bachelor's degree in child development or related field, will also consider a candidate holding a Child Development Associate's degree (CDA) and 2 years' experience in an acceptable preschool situation.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Current New Jersey state elementary teacher's license with preschool/nursery endorsement (where applicable) preferred; will consider candidates holding a CDA. In accordance with state mandated requirements, qualified applicants must satisfy and maintain any and all Group Teacher requirements as specified in the Manual of Requirements for Child Care Centers and maintain active and current membership with the NJ Registry where documents verifying Group Teacher requirements are recorded and maintained up-to-date. Current American Red Cross First Aid/CPR Certifications (pediatric and adult) In accordance with state mandated requirements, a Mantoux test to verify the absence of tuberculosis. In addition, the successful applicant, must submit a written statement from a health care provider indicating that he or she is in good health, has had a physical exam within the past 6 months, and poses no health risk or threat of tuberculosis contagion to persons at the preschool. In accordance with state mandated requirements, inoculation against Hepatitis B, unless waived in writing by the successful candidate. In accordance with NJ State law, applicants must agree to undergo, and authorize the University to conduct fingerprint, criminal history and/or child abuse record checks with various law enforcement agencies, including but not limited to: the FBI, Identification Division and/or The New Jersey Division of State Police Bureau of Identification. Applicants must also assume any costs incurred by the University associated with the background investigations whether required by statute or not. In accordance with University policy, applicants must successfully complete the University's Working With Minors training. Applicant will be working with children under age 2 1/2 and must provide evidence of training specific to infants and toddlers, in accordance with state licensing requirements. Must enjoy working with children and be able to demonstrate patience and respect while employing appropriate strategies to effectively care and educate young children. Must be knowledgeable in Developmentally Appropriate Practice and implementation of these practices. Must be able to relate to adults on all levels of the socioeconomic structure of the community in a positive and professional manner. Must be agile enough to perform job functions as a teacher of young children. Must be willing to continually increase knowledge in field of endeavor.
Preferred Qualifications	Familiarity with University schedule and operations desired. Licensed elementary teacher with P-3 endorsement preferred. CDA (Child Development Associate) training desired. Fluency in Mandarin desired. Experience with implementing Creative Curriculum preferred. Experience with implementing ECERS and ITERS preferred. Experience with administering ASQ developmental ratings preferred. Continuous teaching experience in preschool classroom preferred. Preschool classroom teaching experience within past 3 years preferred. Current membership with NAEYC desired. Current membership with NJ Workforce Registry desired. Candidates with a teaching portfolio desired.
Equipment Utilized	Procare Software; Creative Curriculum GOLD and Tadpoles; data entry via iPad/Tablet; Microsoft Office Suite of programs
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Must be physically able to handle the duties encountered by a daycare worker: lifting children onto diapering table, chasing after them in the playground, sitting down on the floor/getting up from the floor for extended periods of time throughout the day to engage with children. Must be able to lift and carry children and equipment, and may spend time sitting on the floor or in child-sized furniture, etc. Must be patient and gentle with children and must demonstrate patience and tolerance for adults and college students who depend on the applicant to be a role model. Must be in good mental health-dealing with children and families is sometimes stressful and the applicant must be able to remain calm and collected in high-pressure situations. Will be expected to change diapers and assist in toilet training of young children. Will be expected to clean and maintain equipment and facility, and may move throughout the community with the children. Will be expected to participate in outdoor activities daily, in all types of weather. May come into contact with children who are ill and/or contagious, and must take precautions to ensure health and safety of all children, parents, staff, and themselves. Will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment where a number of activities and situations are happening at once. Must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time. May experience smells associated with toileting and children who are ill. Must be in excellent health. Caring for children can be stressful and physically demanding. Must be detail-oriented when recording daily experience details and information for parents and when assisting fieldwork students with questions and concerns.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST1599
Posting Open Date	07/24/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Douglass (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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