EHS Classroom Teacher

CEN-TEX FAMILY SERVICES INC•Elgin, TX

1d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Head Start Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, responsive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for infants and toddlers (birth to age three) in accordance with Early Head Start Program Performance Standards, state licensing regulations, agency policies, and the Agency’s curriculum. The teacher supports children’s social-emotional, physical, and cognitive development while building strong, trusting relationships with families.

Requirements

CDA in Infant/Toddler care or Associate/Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with infant/toddler coursework.
At least one year of experience working with infants/toddlers, preferably in an Early Head Start setting.
Knowledge of infant/toddler development and responsive caregiving practices.
Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
Ability to communicate in English, both written and verbally
Current CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain).
Background clearance as required by state and federal regulations.
Valid Texas Drivers License

Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge of infant/toddler developmental milestones and applies that understanding in daily routines and lesson planning
Implements individualized and culturally responsive learning experiences based on observations and assessments
Promotes learning through play, exploration, and responsive interactions
Designs and delivers activities that foster growth in all developmental domains
Adjusts strategies based on developmental needs and interests
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and nutrition requirements.
Supervise children at all times, maintaining appropriate ratios.
Follow safe sleep and diapering procedures
Follow all health, safety, and nutrition protocols.
Supervise children at all times, ensuring a safe environment.
Implement safe sleep and diapering procedures.
Promote healthy eating habits and model positive mealtime interactions.
Regularly inspect the environment for safety hazards and address them immediately.
Build respectful, culturally sensitive relationships with families
Conduct at least two home visits and two parent-teacher conferences annually.
Share resources and strategies to support learning at home
Builds secure attachments through warm, consistent, and responsive interactions
Encourages children’s self-regulation and independence
Respects and integrates children’s and families’ cultures, languages, and values into the learning environment
Listen actively to family concerns and respond with empathy
Conduct home visits and parent-teacher conferences to discuss progress.
Provide resources to support family learning at home
Collaborate with staff to meet children’s individual needs.
Responds promptly and sensitively to children’s cues.
Uses positive guidance and age-appropriate discipline techniques.
Uses materials and strategies that reflect diverse cultures
Supports dual language learners appropriately
Conduct developmental screenings and ongoing assessments.
Maintain accurate, confidential records of each child’s progress.
Use assessment data to guide lesson planning and individualization
Conduct timely developmental screenings
Observe and document children’s progress using objective language.
Record accurate and confidential documentation of each child’s progress.
Use assessment results to guide instructional planning.
Share progress with families in a strengths-based manner.
Participate in professional development, training, and reflective practice.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with all program policies.
Collaborate effectively with colleagues and specialists
Model respectful, professional interactions with staff, families, and children.
Maintain confidentiality in all matters
Remain flexible and solution-focused when challenges arise
Seek feedback from peers and supervisors to improve practice.