Assist teachers in classrooms with supervision and care of children. Participate fully in classroom activities. Serve as lead teacher if Master Teacher is absent.
Collect data through authentic assessment (e.g., photos, anecdotes, portfolios) to document children's development across the school year. Use observational data to assist with curriculum planning and classroom preparation.
Form warm, positive relationships with children and families. Keep student, family, and child information confidential.
Model best practices in child development, early childhood education, and positive guidance for undergraduate students, families and community observers. Supervise undergraduate students and volunteers as needed.
Work collaboratively with Lab School faculty and staff to fulfill the mission and goals of the program.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High school graduation or GED.
One year of experience working with young children in a licensed childcare center.
Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Willingness to obtain 24 hours of continuing education as required by licensing.
Demonstrated exceptional communication, collaboration, and organization skills.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in child development or early childhood education.
More than the required teaching experience in an early childhood classroom.
Experience working in a NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) accredited program.
Experience working in a lab school setting.
Thorough understanding of current licensing and NAEYC accreditation standards.
Salary Range
$40,000+ depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
May work in all weather conditions. May work around standard office conditions. Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Use of manual dexterity. Climbing of stairs. Frequent standing, sitting, and kneeling on floor, lifting and moving items under 50 lbs.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
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Benefits
Vision insurance
Additional Information
Job Posting Title:
Child Care Specialist ----
Hiring Department:
Department of Human Development and Family Sciences ----
Position Open To:
All Applicants ----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40 ----
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt from FLSA ----
Earliest Start Date:
Jun 08, 2026 ----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Jun 22, 2026 ----
Location:
AUSTIN, TX ----
Job Details:
General Notes
The Priscilla Pond Flawn Child and Family Laboratory (UT Lab School) is sponsored by the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences in the School of Human Ecology. The Lab School is an educational, research, and service facility for university students, faculty, and the community at large. It provides a setting for university students to observe, participate, and study children under the supervision of trained Master Teachers. The Lab School is one of the longest continuously running lab schools in the country (96 years!), serving over 100 families throughout the Austin metro area annually.
Purpose
To work collaboratively with Lab School faculty and staff to prepare and facilitate quality learning experiences for children and fulfill the mission and goals of our program.
Utaustin · Austin, TX