Teacher

All hiring will resume January 9th due to our holiday closure*

PROGRAM : Birth-to-Five Head Start

EMPLOYMENT STATUS : Non-exempt

DEPARTMENT : Education

JOB CLASSIFICATION : Regular, Full-time

REPORTS TO : Site Based Manager

WORKING HOURS : Monday - Friday

LOCATION : To be determined based on the needs of the program.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

This position requires helping children develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a stable learning environment through a daily curriculum plan.

Working hours for the full day program are Monday-Friday from 7 : 30 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Maintains open lines of communications with immediate supervisor, subordinates, parents, and volunteers.
• Has classroom material ready at all times.
• Writes and implements daily lesson plans allowing an opportunity for parent input.
• Documents children's files daily on class attendance & nutrition, health, and behavior monitoring.
• Reinforces classroom and environmental safety.
• Screens children for disabilities and submits reports to the Mental Health and Disability components.
• Involves parents in educational activities to enhance their role as the principal influence on the child's education and development.
• Provides materials appropriate to the child's age and level of development.
• Serves the cultural background of the children using classroom materials, activities and related languages.
• Coordinates and schedules center field trips related to curriculum unit and supervises children on / off the bus.
• Promotes a high self-esteem, is a good role model, and follows agency's behavior management system and code of ethics.
• Keeps in touch with each child's family by making two (2) home visits each school year.
• Is required to administer and complete the developmental screening on all Head Start children within 45 days of the child's enrollment date.
• Works closely with the children's family and the Family Service Worker to maintain attendance.
• Attends to morning inspections keeping children clean and well groomed, serving meals and snacks, preparing for nap or rest time, and toilet training.
• Participates in annual community assessment.
• Participates in Pre-Service training once a year and on-going in-service workshops as required by the program.
• Maintains adequate amount of supplies at the center.
• Puts together monthly thematic bulletin boards in the classrooms.
• Attends cluster meetings, parent meetings, and workshops.
• Works at Head Start Graduation Ceremonies and various social events.
• Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor, Site Based Manager, Education Coordinator, or Director of Birth to Five Head Start.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience :

An Associate, Baccalaureate or advanced degree in early childhood education or a field related to early childhood with experience in teaching preschool children.

If degree is in another field must be willing to obtain Child Development Associate Credential (CDA), and a willingness to work toward a Degree in early childhood.

• Must successfully complete and maintain the following permits, and certifications :
• a) Food Handlers Permit ( must state ANSI in the certificate ); will need to be renewed every two (2) years by expiration date
• www.efoodcard.com (not endorsed by NCCAA, but meet the requirements)
• b) First Aid certification; will need to be renewed every two (2) years by expiration date
• c) CPR Infant / Toddler certification; will need to be renewed every two (2) years by expiration date
• CPR / First Aid must be for Adult / Pediatric CPR / First Aid / AED ( Not endorsed : Mr. Rabagos - 361.779.8045)
• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish preferred but not required.

Please upload the following documents, along with your resume : 1- College transcripts (you will need to have an unopened official copy prior to onboarding)2- Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)3- Food Handlers ( ANSI certified ) permit4- First Aid / CPR Certification for Adult / Pediatric CPR / First Aid / AED.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates ability to read and write, keeps routine records, follows written and oral instructions, and files alphabetically and numerically.
• Accepts responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity.
• Makes judgments or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria relies on one or more of the five physical senses.
• Deals with people beyond giving and receiving instructions is courteous, cooperative, conscientious, and tactful in dealing with employees and the general public.
• Performs job duties in a precise, thorough, and meticulous manner.
• Possesses sensitivity towards families living below the socioeconomic level.
• Able to handle various projects at the same time in an effective manner.
• Dresses in appropriate attire with a neat personal appearance.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires 24 clock hours of training each year to meet TDPRS requirements
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test, physical and functional capacity evaluation prior to first day of employment.
• Must successfully pass and submit a pre-employment TB screen and periodically as indicated by the regional Texas Department of State Health Services or local health authority.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's license (Operators-Class C) and driving record must be approved by insurance company on an annual basis.
• Must have transportation and current liability coverage on vehicle to be used in the performance of job duties. Some out of town travel may be required.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Proof of work eligibility must be provided.

Compensation : $17.50 - AA in ECD or Child Development or AA in non-related degree with CDA $18.50 - BA in ECD or Child Development or BA in another major with CDA.