ECE Teacher

Wesley Community Center, Inc.•Houston, TX

6d•$15 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

The ECE Teacher position is responsible for the daily health, safety, supervision and curriculum instruction of children enrolled in the Early Childhood Education program. This position coordinates and implements all daily activities designed to increase the social and cognitive abilities of children enrolled in the program. Teachers will regularly assess student progress toward meeting developmental milestones, and identify appropriate strategies for improving student achievement.

Requirements

High Diploma or GED required
Must be highly knowledgeable of best practices in Early Childhood Education child development theory
Possess ability to write and speak clearly and informatively
Ability to work with diverse populations
Ability to recognize and record significant individual and group behavior and/or changes
Must be able to communicate important messages and learning themes to children and parents
Knowledge of minimum standards of care and Education for developmental needs of children
Customer service oriented
Able to effectively manage difficult or emotional client situations
Able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
Seek to understand, communicate appropriately and effectively, build a positive, professional rapport with all clients and staff

Nice To Haves

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential preferred
Associates’ degree (A.A. or A.S.) preferred
Experience preferred working with Early Childhood Education and/or Child Development programs
Bilingual, Spanish-speaking preferred

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate age appropriate activities for children necessary to produce positive learning outcomes
Present learning materials in an engaging manner that stimulates the furthering of child development
Prepare educational materials required to effectively implement early childhood curriculum
Review all regulatory program standards and guidelines to ensure program compliance
Maintain safe and nurturing classroom environment conducive to appropriate child development
Observe, record, and report significant individual and group behavior(s)
Communicate regularly the developmental needs of enrolled children to parents, as well as instructional development plan for each child
Attend required training and professional development opportunities
Supervise group field trips as assigned
Provide classroom coverage for absent staff to implement classroom activities
Administer first aid to children requiring immediate medical attention
Assists other ECE teachers and staff for the purpose of supporting completion of department goals
Support through word and action the Wesley Community Center’s Mission statement and the mission’s core values of integrity, excellence and commitment through completion of other duties as needed and assigned