Job Description
Overview
Are you a passionate and engaged early childhood or daycare
professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career with an
employer who supports you?
Auburn University manages the Harris Early Learning Center in
Birmingham, Alabama, and we’re looking for someone like you to join
our vibrant and supportive team in our state-of-the-art accredited
preschool facility for over 200 children ranging in age from six
weeks to five years old!
Our mission is to make a difference in the lives of children, with
a deep commitment to:
Providing high-quality care and education Training and educating
college students who plan to be educators Conducting research on
child development and the role teachers play. Our Teachers are
critical to our success at Harris Early Learning Center!
In this role, you will have the important opportunity to plan,
create, and implement daily programs for preschool learning
environments. Each classroom is staffed with two full-time
Teachers, and we have 16 classrooms at the Center. As a Harris
Early Learning Center Teacher, you will be an Auburn University
employee.
Here’s how the Auburn University/Harris Early Learning Center
Supports our Teacher Family:
Our people are our greatest asset! We offer generous benefits,
educational opportunities, and a supportive work environment making
it a place where you can thrive. From health insurance to
retirement plans, we’ve got you covered. Learn more about how we
support employees by visiting
aub.ie/working-at-auburn Auburn
University/Harris Early Learning Center Teachers are eligible to
receive assistance to pursue Child Development Associate
credential, Associate’s degrees, and Bachelor’s degrees through
partnerships with community colleges or Auburn University’s online
Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Science, Early
Child Development.
Learn more about Auburn University and the Harris Early Learning
Center by visiting
https://www.harriselc.org/ State of
Alabama Teacher.
Salary Matrix Salaries are determined by level of education and
years of experience.
Responsibilities
- Plans and implements developmentally appropriate lesson plans
for students according to National Association for the Education of
Young Children (NAEYC) standards.
Develops relationships with students and navigates student
conflict and behavior in accordance with NAEYC standards.
Provides culturally and linguistically responsive teaching in
accordance with research and NAEYC standards.
Develops reciprocal partnership with families and engages
families within the classroom in accordance with NAYEC standards.
Provides consistent communication with families and utilizes
Procare to provide accurate documentation.
Demonstrates professionalism within the workplace including but
not limited to timeliness, attendance, communication, and
attire.
Completes 25 professional development hours related to early
childhood development and education.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum License and Certifications :
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) First Aid Certificate
within 60 Days Required.
Desired Qualifications :
- Progress towards a CDA-Child Development Associate.
Contract Type
Continuing
Why Work at Auburn?
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through
research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our
students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging
our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top
employer in higher education.
- We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits,
educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life
balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers
southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and
easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico
beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering
an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed,
valued, respected, and engaged.
- Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education?
Apply today! War Eagle!
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education
opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color,
national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected
veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification
protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal
Opportunity Compliance's
website to learn
more.
Posted Date
9/22/2026