Teacher, Child Development Lab School

McLennan Community College • Waco, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality care and education for children ages 12 weeks through school-age in a developmentally appropriate early childhood laboratory school environment. This position supports children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development through intentional teaching practices and positive guidance strategies aligned with NAEYC standards, Texas Rising Star criteria, and Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards. The Teacher also serves as a model classroom educator by demonstrating best practices in early childhood education, effective classroom management, and professional interactions for college students, practicum participants, and visitors observing within the lab school setting. This position reports to the Facility Director of the Child Development Lab School and exercises no supervision.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education, OR an Associate’s degree with at least 36 credits in an early childhood education-related field
• One year of experience working with young children, ages birth to five (5) years.
• Commitment to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications within first six weeks of employment
• Knowledge of Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards, Texas Rising Star standards, and NAEYC standards of quality
• Knowledge of child growth and development from infancy through school-age
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and early childhood curriculum planning
• Knowledge of children’s health, nutrition, and safety practices
• Knowledge of positive guidance and classroom management strategies appropriate for young children
• Knowledge of inclusive teaching practices and strategies to support diverse learning needs
• Skills in working with children ages 12 weeks through school-age in an early childhood setting
• Skills in creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment
• Skills in observing, documenting, and assessing children’s development and learning
• CPR/First Aid certification (or commitment to obtain within six weeks of employment)
• Skills in using Microsoft Office Suite and basic classroom technology
• Skills in collaborating effectively with families, coworkers, college students, and visitors within a lab school environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, families, students, coworkers, and community members
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively using oral and written methods
• Ability to problem-solve and make sound classroom decisions in a timely manner
• Ability to model appropriate teaching, interaction, and guidance strategies for lab students, practicum students, and teacher aides
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in accordance with college and childcare program expectations
• Ability to provide caring, high-quality service by creating welcoming experiences, communicating clearly and proactively, addressing needs with professionalism and empathy, and ensuring individuals are thoughtfully connected to appropriate resources.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in an Education-related field (can substitute for 1 year of experience)

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality care and education for children ages 12 weeks through school-age in a developmentally appropriate early childhood laboratory school environment.
• Supporting children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development through intentional teaching practices and positive guidance strategies aligned with NAEYC standards, Texas Rising Star criteria, and Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards.
• Serving as a model classroom educator by demonstrating best practices in early childhood education, effective classroom management, and professional interactions for college students, practicum participants, and visitors observing within the lab school setting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree