Job Details

Program Support Specialist- Early Learning Center- UTK

Position Number: 6613014
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Child Care Services

Program Support Specialist- Early Learning Center- UTK
Knoxville, TN, United States

Job Identification: 5330
Job Category: Teaching & Learning
Posting Date: 10/01/2025
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 2010 Lake Avenue, Knoxville, TN, 37996, US (On-site)

Job Description
Multiple Positions Available
The primary purpose of this position is to facilitate the mission of the Early Learning Center (ELC)- to foster scientific understanding of young children's development. The ELC accomplishes this mission through (a) interdisciplinary research, (b) academic programs for undergraduate and graduate students, (c) early education programs for young children, and (d) outreach, advocacy, and public policy. The Program Support Specialist primarily exists to support classrooms and the food program in the absence of a regular staff member. This position may support various projects around the ELC. This position requires excellent flexibility and reliability. More information about the ELC is available at elc.utk.edu.

Responsibilities
Supports classrooms in the absence of a regular staff member. Implements the daily schedule, works effectively with other teachers and students in the classroom, responds to children's needs, communicates to parents, gives direction to pre-service students, etc.

Supports the food program in the absence of a regular staff member. Follows guidelines for the safe preparation and distribution of food, etc.

Supports the program with cleaning, organizing, restocking, and classroom-based assistance duties as requested by program administrators. Supports other projects as assigned.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma
Experience: Experience caring for young children required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Skills in communication, organization and care of the physical environment, routine care tasks of young children, guidance techniques with young children, interpersonal skills, management, and professionalism required.

Work Location

Location:

University of Tennessee Campus, Knoxville, TN
Onsite

Compensation and Benefits

UT market range: MR03

Anticipated hiring range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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Application Instructions

To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments. To be assured of full consideration, completed applications with all requested materials should be submitted. The review of applicants will continue until the position is filled.

Resume
Cover Letter
List of 3 Professional References

About The College/Department/Division

ELC is a Center within the Theory and Practice in Teacher Education Department and the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. As an education department at a land-grant institution, the mission is to benefit local, regional, national, and global communities by preparing teachers, educators, and education researchers, and through community engagement in educational outreach.

About Us
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees-the Volunteers-who uphold the university's tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.
UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.
UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone.
The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates," "One of America's Best Large Employers," and "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.
Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!

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