Teacher

Hidalgo County•McAllen, TX

About The Position

The Teacher provides meaningful educational experiences for children assigned to the classroom. Under immediate supervision, the role prepares reports and documentation for assigned children and families, makes routine-level decisions, and communicates daily with participating families and occasionally with the public. The Teacher supervises one Assistant Teacher and must comply with Texas Education Agency requirements, Texas Minimum Standards for Child-Care Centers, Head Start Performance Standards, and program policies and procedures. The position plans and delivers developmentally appropriate instruction, uses assessment results to individualize learning, maintains children’s records, and collaborates with the Assistant Teacher and other teachers. The Teacher also communicates with families, conducts home visits and conferences, participates in parent committee meetings, and coordinates with local Independent School District personnel to provide education and comprehensive services. The role may be reassigned between campuses as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, with coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education.
State of Texas Teacher Certification in early childhood.
Bilingual certification.
Proficiency in both English and Spanish.
Current First Aid and CPR certification, maintained throughout employment.
Sufficient knowledge of child development to perform assigned work.
Automobile and current liability insurance as required for work-related travel.
Provide copies of diplomas, certificates of achievement, or other teaching credentials with the application.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Interact with and supervise children in the classroom each day.
Provide a developmentally appropriate environment conducive to learning and maintain a clean, safe, and healthy setting.
Communicate frequently and openly with parents about children’s progress and program activities.
Develop written weekly lesson plans with the Assistant Teacher and other teachers, as appropriate, in accordance with program standards and requirements.
Administer and interpret assessments and screenings, and use the results to plan and deliver individualized instruction.
Collaborate with the Assistant Teacher and other teachers to use assessment data for large-group, small-group, and individualized instruction.
Prepare and submit scheduled administrative reports, including USDA food program form 1535.
Attend and participate in A.R.D. meetings.
Implement I.E.P.s for children with special needs.
Maintain accurate documentation for children in the Teacher’s care.
Provide opportunities for Family Style Service during meals, as applicable.
Conduct at least two home visits per year per child.
Plan and conduct parent-teacher conferences as needed.
Assist with planning and attend monthly parent committee meetings.
Assist in recruiting children for the program.
Attend training workshops as assigned by the Education Area Director and/or Campus Director.
Follow the program’s confidentiality policy.
Immediately report suspected child abuse or neglect to the proper authorities.
Direct the Assistant Teacher in classroom activities.
Attend First Aid, CPR, and other training required by TDFPS Child Care Minimum Standards and Performance Standards.
Follow applicable policies, procedures, and Civil Service Commission Rules.
Comply with Civil Rights Law and Texas Education Agency requirements.
Collaborate with local Independent School District personnel to provide high-quality education and comprehensive services.
Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor or Executive Director.
Travel between campuses when reassigned as needed.