Temporary Non-Benefits - Coordinator of Special Programs
The University of Texas at Dallas
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Posted: 13-Oct-24
Location: Richardson, Texas
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 27858
Posting Number: W00133P
Department: Psychology
Salary Range: $17.51/hr
Pay Basis: Hourly
Position Status: Temporary
Location: Richardson
Job Summary:
The Coordinator of Special Programs coordinates administrative and reporting activities in the day-to-day operation of an assigned program or project.
This temporary and non-benefits eligible position will support the UT Dallas Center for Children and Families outreach programs. Key responsibilities for this person will be to support our Grow With Me program (community-based developmental screening program) and Play With Me program (early parent-child playful learning class) and help adapt these projects into Mandarin. The person hired for this position would be trained on (a) conducting developmental screeners in English and Mandarin and then administering them at community screening fairs and (b) attending the current Play With Me program, getting trained on it, and leading a site in Mandarin in the spring.
This is a grant-funded position, and continued employment is contingent on the availability of funds. Funding is currently anticipated through August 2025.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school graduate or equivalent.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Master's or Bachelor's degree in child development, early childhood education, psychology, or a related field.
Employment or practicum experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and/or their families
Bilingual in Mandarin and English
Important Message:
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
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