We aim to not only transform the lives of the children we teach, but also their families and our communities. We consistently instill our core values: Community, Clarity, Cooperation, Empowerment, Honesty, Mindset, and FUN. We are big on interactions and personality, therefore we are looking for individuals who are not afraid to let their personality shine, someone who's willing to come in every day and put on a show and throw a party for the children whenever necessary and make them feel special and loved.

If you are ready to join a winning team that believes in relational community and joy to fill our buckets. Then don't hesitate to APPLY.

Position: Childcare Teacher – Infants

Department: Early Head Start

Position reports to: Director

Supplemental pay: Signing bonus, Bonus pay
BA (Education or related): $550
AA (Education or related): $400
CDA : $250
Perfect Attendance (all positions) : $250 every 30 days

Salary: $15-$25 Hourly

Schedule: 8-hour shift; Monday - Friday

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development assistance

Job Description

Purpose:

Early Head Start teachers are co-teachers while providing responsive and nurturing care to eight children ages 0-2. They share the following responsibilities: (A) working closely with each other to design and implement an age-appropriate educational program; (B) organizing and maintaining the classroom environment; (C) developing individual portfolio for each child; (D) working with parents and volunteers to improve their own parenting skills; and (E) working with other staff members to encourage each child's overall growth and development.

Requirements:

• At least three years experience in a licensed childcare or other education facility
• Associate Degree
• Driver License
• Pass background check
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with infant/ toddler endorsement
• Associate degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education
• Bachelor's degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, or a degree and coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education, with experience teaching pre-school children

Responsibilities:

• Strong understanding of child development stages
• Ensure the children have good hygiene and changing diapers as necessary
• Clean interactive areas throughout the day
• Serve meals and snacks for the children
• Develop a schedule for the children to maintain throughout the day
• Theatrical presentation in the classroom
• Organize activities and developing curriculum for older children
• Keep records of each child's progress, interests and any problems that may occur
• Proficient Knowledge of Texas Childcare Licensing Minimum Standards

Skills:

• Exceptional communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills
• Positive and high energy
• Outgoing and playful personality
• Good sense of humor
• Highly organized
• Flexible
• Passion for providing a loving, nurturing, and exciting learning experience
• Positive interaction with children and coworkers
• Able to walk, kneel, stoop, bend and sit on floor
• Able to lift at least 40 lbs.