Child Development Technician

University of Arkansas System

. Provide quality direct patient care for a group of young children .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeLittle Rock • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to provide quality direct patient care for young children while applying developmentally appropriate behavioral guidance and individualized developmental services. Capable of creating engaging learning environments and implementing curriculum aligned with each child's treatment plan.

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Child Care ExperienceEarly Childhood EducationBehavioral GuidanceDevelopmental ServicesCurriculum Implementation

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Hard Skills

Patient CareFeeding AssistanceDiaperingDressingBehavioral GuidanceDevelopmental ActivitiesCurriculum ApplicationIndividualized Treatment Plans

Soft Skills

CommunicationEmpathyTeam CollaborationAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

CCOTCDAAA in Early Childhood EducationBachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Industry Keywords

Child DevelopmentFamily-Focused CareEvidence-Based PracticesLearning EnvironmentsState Abuse Registry ChecksTB Skin TestImmunizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide quality direct patient care for a group of young children
Serve mealtimes and assist with feeding, diapering, and dressing
Provide developmentally appropriate behavioral guidance within daily scheduled activities
Follow the direction of the Early Childhood Development Specialist to provide individualized developmental services in assigned treatment rooms
Deliver services in a child-centered, family-focused manner using evidence-based or best practices
Establish exciting learning environments for young children
Apply curriculum to address objectives in each child’s treatment plan
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
6 months experience working in the care of children, unless substituted by additional education including CCOT, CDA, AA, or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field
Must pass state abuse registry checks
Must pass a drug screen
Must submit to a TB skin test and required immunizations or provide proof of immunizations
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Pre-employment screening, including criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification
Required documents: Proof of Veteran Status, Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS retirement plan
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