Early Childhood Specialist I

Job Description

Posting Number: SP005175P
Division/College: Student Affairs
Department: Dean of Students
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

The University of Idaho Children’s Center (UICC) offers a child-centered program in Moscow, Idaho. Located on the Moscow campus, the UICC serves student, faculty, staff and community families. Children ages six weeks to six years old are welcome at the Children’s Center.

The best learning environment is one that honors each child. Teachers are facilitators, rather than instructors. We encourage independence by fostering self-help and decision-making.

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for the everyday childcare responsibilities and upkeep of the Children’s Center under the instruction of supervisors.

Duties may include:

• Caring for the needs of children
• Assist with maintaining consistency among classroom operations
• Maintain an environment that promotes growth
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

• Communicating with and engaging with children
• Guiding the behavior of children
• Following written instructions

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other:

• Must have or be able to acquire Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate in infants, toddlers or preschool within one year of hire
• CPR and First Aid certifications, or able to acquire within one month of hire
• Must pass a State of Idaho Health and Welfare background check
• Must enroll in Idaho Stars Professional Development System (PDS) within 90 days of hire date

Additional Preferred:

• Experience with, or knowledge of, typical and atypical development of children from six weeks to preschool age
• Knowledge of childcare philosophy and standards
• Active participant in Idaho Stars Professional Development System (PDS)

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Physical ability to work around small children
• Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move 50 pounds
• Stand, sit, run and climb stairs

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $18.00 hourly or higher dependent on experience
FTE: 1.0
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Posting Date: 02/13/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered your “Letter of Qualification” must address each of the required qualifications. Additionally, please provide information in support of your application regarding the preferred qualifications as relevant.

For 1st consideration, please apply by February 27, 2026