Early Childhood Development Specialist (Mountain View)

Closing Date: 09/05/2026 Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type: Regular Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesUAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMSBasic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Summary of

Job Duties: Ensures quality of individualized developmental services provided at KIDS FIRST.Supports the academic mission of the Kids First program. Demonstrates professionalism, continued development of skills, and job related interest and concern. Other duties assigned.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree plus at least one of the following: 1) Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education Certificate, 2) A Child Development Associate Certificate, 3) Birth to Pre-K Credential WITH documentation that 12 hours of experience working with children with special needs and 12 hours of coursework in early childhood, child development, special education, elementary education, or child and family studies PLUS six (6) months documented experience working with children.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as a team Ability to administer standardized developmental testing instruments Ability to build relationships with children, parents, and colleagues Knowledge of developmental milestones in the birth-five population Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Resume Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYSPlease do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Adult Maltreatment, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, FBI Background Check, Sex Offender Registry This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Constant Physical Activity: Hearing Frequent Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Kneeling, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking Occasional Physical Activity: Sitting Benefits Eligible: Yes