Lead Teacher
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 4, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Lead Teacher
Department
ODU CHILDREN'S LEARN & RES CTR
Position Number
FP440A
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job Summary
The Lead Toddler Teacher will oversee and plan classroom activities, supervise student assistants, provide direct care to the children, collaborate with parents, mentor, and supervise graduate-level practicum students, and consult with faculty to evaluate practicum experiences. To provide direct instructional age-appropriate lessons and direct supervision for children in the Children's Learning and Research Center. The Lead Toddler Teacher will also assist in maintaining licensing standards as required by the Virginia Department of Education and other quality standards.
Position Type
FullTime
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Minimum Qualifications
An earned master's degree in early childhood education or a bachelor's degree in early childhood education and related experience. Must be eligible for PreK3 or PreK6 Virginia Teaching License.
03/01/2023
Open Until Filled
Yes
Application Review Date
03/22/2024
Job Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
Department Information
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
ODU Statement
Old Dominion University, located in the City of Norfolk in the metropolitan Hampton Roads region of coastal Virginia, is a state-assisted, Carnegie doctoral/research-extensive institution that serves its students and enriches the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world through rigorous academic programs, strategic partnerships, and active civic engagement. Its 24,000 students, including over 6,000 graduate students, form a diverse and multicultural community in six academic colleges. Through a collaborative and innovative approach to education and research, the University focuses on student learning and addresses critical needs in the professions. ODU's programs are offered on the main campus, at higher education centers in the region, and at numerous distance learning sites.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Posting Details
Job Title
Lead Teacher
Department
ODU CHILDREN'S LEARN & RES CTR
Position Number
FP440A
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job Summary
The Lead Toddler Teacher will oversee and plan classroom activities, supervise student assistants, provide direct care to the children, collaborate with parents, mentor, and supervise graduate-level practicum students, and consult with faculty to evaluate practicum experiences. To provide direct instructional age-appropriate lessons and direct supervision for children in the Children's Learning and Research Center. The Lead Toddler Teacher will also assist in maintaining licensing standards as required by the Virginia Department of Education and other quality standards.
Position Type
FullTime
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Minimum Qualifications
An earned master's degree in early childhood education or a bachelor's degree in early childhood education and related experience. Must be eligible for PreK3 or PreK6 Virginia Teaching License.
- Experience and education in classroom supervision with attention to developmentally appropriate practices.
- Some experience working with children ages 8 weeks to 5 years old. Experience with supervision of student assistants and practicum students.
- Ability to communicate and relate with parents and work effectively as a team player.
- Knowledge of Child Care Licensing Standards.
- Knowledge of Child Care policies and procedures.
- Some experience in childcare setting.
- Must successfully pass criminal and childcare background checks.
- Fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the final candidate.
- Must provide documentation of clear TB screening.
- Must have of obtain CPR/First Aid Certification and MAT training within 30 days of employment.
03/01/2023
Open Until Filled
Yes
Application Review Date
03/22/2024
Job Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
Department Information
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
ODU Statement
Old Dominion University, located in the City of Norfolk in the metropolitan Hampton Roads region of coastal Virginia, is a state-assisted, Carnegie doctoral/research-extensive institution that serves its students and enriches the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world through rigorous academic programs, strategic partnerships, and active civic engagement. Its 24,000 students, including over 6,000 graduate students, form a diverse and multicultural community in six academic colleges. Through a collaborative and innovative approach to education and research, the University focuses on student learning and addresses critical needs in the professions. ODU's programs are offered on the main campus, at higher education centers in the region, and at numerous distance learning sites.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Contact Information for Professional References
- Other Document
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
