ECL Preschool Teacher

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleECL Preschool TeacherRequisition NumberRE54520Working TitleDepartment Name8G070:Early Childhood, Spec Ed & Counselor EdWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level42Salary Range$36,213-57,970/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBAClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience2 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationEligibility for Professional License; Registration or Certification – Interdisciplinary Early Childhood EducationPhysical RequirementsThe person will be working with young children, some of whom might weigh more than 50 pounds. The job requires that someone is able to get down and up from the floor and arrange the classroom as needed.Shift7:30 to 4:30 pm; Monday – Friday; 40 hours per week.Job SummaryThe Early Childhood Laboratory School at the University of Kentucky seeks a Preschool Teacher.

This position will:

• Teach children three to five years old, with and without disabilities.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum based on assessment information gathered on each child, and in accordance with philosophy of ECL
• Collaborate with IECE faculty, families of children in classroom, and related service personnel who provide services to children with disabilities
• Supervise student workers and follow budgetary requirements of ECL
• Participate in regular professional development and maintain all mandated certificates required for those working in a licensed childcare program

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesTeaching Certificate in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood EducationDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceTeaching Certificate in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education. Experience with early childhood development.Deadline to Apply06/19/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How many years of paid work experience do you have with toddlers and/or preschoolers?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years, up through 10 years
   • More than 10 years
2. * Do you have current CPR, First Aid and Child Care Orientation Training? If so, list dates.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Please select the option that best represents your IECE certification/eligibility status.
   • Currently IECE certified/eligible
   • Will be IECE certified/eligible by date of hire
   • Eligible to complete teaching certification requirements while employed at the UK Early Childhood Lab (e.g., taking college courses to obtain certification)
   • Uncertified/Ineligible and/or will not be certified/eligible by date of hire

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Academic Transcript

Optional Documents

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