Early Childhood Development Specialist - Fort Smith, AR
Quick Summary
Ensures the quality of individualized developmental services provided at KIDS FIRST. Supports the academic mission of the Kids First program. Demonstrates professionalism,
Bachelor's degree with at least one of the following: 1) Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education Certificate, 2) A Child Development Associate Certificate,
Requirements
~1 min readBachelor's degree with 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 of 12 hours of coursework in Early Childhood, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Child and Family Studies has been completed plus six (6) months documented experience working with children.
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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.
We’re looking for an Early Childhood Development Specialist (ECDS) to join our Kids First team in Fort Smith, AR. Kids First is 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.
- 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-to-five population.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Ensures the 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.
- →Perform other duties assigned.
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/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
What We Offer
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Listing Details
- Posted
- October 10, 2026
- First seen
- October 11, 2026
- Last seen
- October 11, 2026
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