Early Childhood Development Practitioner

The Early Childhood Development Practitioner position entails the comprehensive care and instruction of preschool-aged children on a university-wide research campus. Practitioners are integral to supporting research projects and addressing specialized developmental needs, ensuring the physical, emotional, and social well-being of children. Core responsibilities include developing and implementing age-appropriate curricula, collecting and maintaining research data, performing essential educational tasks, and effectively communicating developmental progress and concerns with parents and professionals. The role also involves providing individualized developmental guidance, ensuring rigorous compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular emergency drills, and upholding high sanitation standards. Practitioners must adhere to all applicable childcare facility and governmental regulations at local, state, and national levels. They may also be required to administer first aid, CPR, and medications as needed. Additionally, practitioners are expected to engage in continuous professional development, exemplify professionalism at all times, and communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and other caregivers. Efficient time management, meticulous record-keeping, and the training, supervision, and mentorship of university students are also essential components of the role. This comprehensive position is crucial to fostering optimal child development, ensuring the highest standards of care, and supporting the university's educational and research objectives.

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N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 15,275 students in Fall 2026, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master's programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America's top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor's programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master's degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master's degrees in Engineering, and no. 11 best business school for women in the nation.

Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as