Early Childhood Development Specialist (Mountain View)

Early Childhood Development Specialist (Mountain View)

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Closing Date: 11/30/2026

Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS 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 UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.

Education

• Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

• All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

• Department: COM | Peds Kids First Mountain View Department's Website:

• Summary of Job Duties

• This position is in Mountain View, AR

• We’re looking for an Early Childhood Development Specialist (ECDS) to join our Kids First team in Mountain View, AR. Kids First is a dynamic and growing organization that is committed to providing the best possible care and developmental intervention for young children.

• Our ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about working with children and families, is knowledgeable about early childhood development, and is committed to providing high-quality, individualized care to young children with special healthcare needs.

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
• Qualifications Equivalencies:
• Additional Information:
• Responsibilities:
• 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.
• Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience
• Required Documents to Apply: Resume
• Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

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