Preschool Teacher

Child Care Group•Garland, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

You will serve as a team member in an assigned staff group and will be responsible for planning and implementing programs for preschoolers. You will implement classroom programs in compliance with CCG standards, Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC criteria, and local and state licensing standards while serving in the Teacher role for center assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
One year of experience working with young children required
Desire to work with young children, general knowledge of “normal” growth and development
Ability to work as a team member
Good organizational skills and written and oral communication skills
Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, parents and center volunteers
Must have a valid Texas driver's license
Driving record must comply with CCG's automobile insurance carrier requirements
Must have liability insurance coverage and reliable personal transportation
Ability to travel locally or out of town as required
Must submit to and successfully pass all required CCG and Partner Program background checks throughout employment. These include FBI, Fingerprinting, Neglect and Abuse, Federal, State, Local, and Sex Offender background checks. Background check requirements may be expanded at the discretion of CCG and Partner Programs.

Nice To Haves

PRESCHOOL Child Development Associate (CDA) or Associate's degree in child development or related field required
Bachelors degree preferred

Responsibilities

Manages classroom environment. Shares responsibility of setting up room for daily activities and provides attractive and functional learning centers
Assists in the planning, preparation, and implementation of work with children appropriate to development level based on RC3; includes developing curriculum, completing child assessments, maintaining records, etc.
Plans activities for children in constant care group that support the child increasing developmental skills in all domains on the E – LAP by at least 15%
Manages time and becomes familiar with routine of each classroom in which he/she may work
Develops strong relationships with children and their families. Serves as a team member in assigned classroom.
Participates in parent meetings and parent conferences; conducts home visits per Performance Standards regulations
Requires the acquisition of knowledge and proficiency of the Head Start Electronic Information System, ChildPlus, and/or Redelearner Database within the introductory period of employment. ChildCareGroup will train the employee either directly or through the Database Training Department of Head Start of Greater Dallas, Inc.
Assists in the inventory of and request for equipment and supplies
Participates in entry process of child into care giving group
Responsible for complying with all CCG policies and procedures including, but not limited to, EEO/Affirmative Action, ADA, Conduct, Conflict of Interest, Solicitation and Safety
Assumes responsibility for daily classroom program in Lead Teacher’s absence
Works closely with other classroom teacher(s), administrative staff, children, parents and families
Organizes a classroom environment for children with minimum amount of hazards
Performs other duties as assigned