Top 29 Child development specialist Jobs in Cedar Falls, Ia

Child Development Specialist
University of Northern Iowa —Cedar Falls, IA
- $33,800 - $40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Continuing education credits
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Family Support Specialist - Social Worker
Families First Counseling Services —Grundy Center, IA
- $42,399.96 - $45,000.00 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
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Family Support Specialist - Social Worker
Families First Counseling Services —Waterloo, IA
- $42,399.96 - $45,000.00 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Case Manager Behavioral Health
Ascension Recovery Services —Cedar Falls, IA
- Weekends as needed
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Special Education Paraeducator/Instructional Assistant - Middle School
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $18.29 - $20.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
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- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Special Education Paraeducator/Instructional Assistant - Elementary
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $17.90 - $19.86 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
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Full time teachers assistant
Cedar Valley Preschool & Child Care Center —Cedar Falls, IA
- From $12 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
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Early Childhood Special Education Paraeducator/Instructional Assistant - Preschool
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $18.29 - $20.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
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Special Education Paraeducator - Early Childhood Preschool
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $18.29 - $20.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Behavior Intervention Specialist (Behavior Focus) - Elementary
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $18.49 - $20.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
3d
Special Education Paraeducator/Instructional Assistant (Extended Core) - Elementary
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $18.29 - $20.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
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Special Education Behavior Intervention Specialist - Elementary
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $18.49 - $20.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
Behavior Intervention Specialist - High School
Waterloo Community School District —Waterloo, IA
- $18.49 - $20.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
RN Educator- Registered Nurse: Endocrinology
MercyOne —Waterloo, IA
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- BLS Certification
- Tuition reimbursement
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Peoples Community Health Clinic —Waterloo, IA
- Up to $72,675 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Word processing
- Writing skills
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Staff RN - ECMO Spec / FT, nights
Children's Nebraska —United States
- Overtime
- Nursing
- RN License
- BLS Certification
- Flexible schedule
Pediatrician ( will relocate to Toronto, Canada)
Pediatric Urgent Care —United States
- $225,000 - $250,000 a year
- Full-time
- Medicine
- Medication administration
- Doctoral degree
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Child Development Specialist

University of Northern Iowa -
Cedar Falls, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$33,800 - $40,000 a year
13 days ago

Benefits

Continuing education credits

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Bachelor's degree
First Aid Certification
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

If you are a current University of Northern Iowa employee and would like to apply for this position, login to UNI Works and type “Find Jobs” in the search bar to view and apply for open positions.

Full Consideration Date:

08/13/2026

Job Description:

UNI's Child Development Center (CDC) is adding to its team! Based on qualifications, the successful candidate will be hired at one of two professional levels: Assistant Child Development Specialist or Child Development Specialist. This position will rotate to other classrooms as needed and support early care and education activities. Skills are taught and learned through small- and large-group time using play-based learning strategies. The curriculum matches the developmental level of the children in each classroom and includes group experiences, short-term projects, fine- and gross-motor activities, and both child- and teacher-directed experiences.

Primary Function:

Assistant Child Development Specialist: Plans and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum focused on meeting the needs of the individual child, and of small and large groups of children of varying ages and interests; ensures curriculum meets the needs of all learners and various subgroups of students, such as students with dual languages and students with disabilities; engages with parents daily, initiating written and/or face-to-face communication; conducts parent-teacher conferences each semester and is available to meet with families as needed; and responsible for training and supervision of college student assistants.

Child Development Specialist: Plans and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum focused on meeting the needs of the individual child, and of small and large groups of children of varying ages and interests; ensures curriculum meets the needs of all learners and various subgroups of students, such as students with dual languages and students with disabilities; writes developmental summaries of children based on assessment information; engages with parents daily, initiating written and/or face-to-face communication; conducts parent-teacher conferences each semester and is available to meet with families as needed; responsible for supervision and documentation of field experience student activities in the Child Development Center; consults with faculty in regard to college students’ performance; and responsible for training and supervision of college student assistants.

Qualifications:

Assistant Child Development Specialist: Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree plus current CPR, First Aid, Mandatory Reporter, Universal Precautions (OSHA), and Essential Child Care Training certifications or ability to acquire certification within 90 days of hire. Occasional work outside of normal hours will be necessary. Preferred Qualifications: Childcare experience. Student experience will be considered.

Child Development Specialist: Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in early childhood, elementary education or related field; teaching license or 36 hours of higher education credits completed in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education, or progress toward 36 credit hour started upon hire and completed within four years of hire; and current CPR/First Aid, Mandatory Reporter, Universal Precautions (OSHA), and Essentials Child Care Training certifications or ability to obtain certifications within 90 days of hire. Occasional work outside of normal hours will be necessary. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in early childhood education or related field and childcare experience. Student experience will be considered.

Position Details:

Job Category: Professional & Scientific

Type of Position: Term

Service Schedule: 12-Month

Application Instructions:

All application materials received by August 13, 2026, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

You will have the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 319-273-2422.

Compensation:

The pay grade and salary will be determined by the position level into which the individual is hired. Below are the pay grades and starting salary range for each level:

Assistant Child Development Specialist; pay grade 116; $33,800 to Commensurate

Child Development Specialist; pay grade 117; $40,000 to Commensurate

Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions. Visit our Compensation Tools page to explore your estimated total compensation, compare Waterloo-Cedar Falls cost of living to other major cities or review the paycheck stretch ranking details. Learn more about the Cedar Valley at https://livethevalley.com/.

If you would like general assistance with the application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at [email protected] or call (319) 273-2422.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

UNI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal and/or state law.

Campus Security & Crime Statistics, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, information on crime statistics for recent years, Public Safety personnel and programs, building access, reporting crimes, safety suggestions, and policies, programs, and services regarding alcohol, drugs, and sexual abuse, is available in the UNI Annual Security and Fire Report. A paper copy is available from the Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614. Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614.

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The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. The university's attractive size, approximately 9,200 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the "Best Midwest Universities" by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres.

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