Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Job at American Care Academy
American Care Academy Dallas, TX 75217
American Care Academy is an Early Childhood Education Development Center with the mission to empower children through highly effective learning programs, social development, and community involvement. We understand that families are the primary educators. Through partnership with families and living in the truth of our core values (Community, Clarity, Cooperation, Empowerment, Honestly, Mindset, and FUN), we aim to not only transform the lives of the children we teach, but also our community as a whole.
American Care Academy is seeking educators that are passionate about early childhood development and progressive education. . This position is for eligible candidates looking to pursue or continue a career as an educator. Eligible candidates must have experience in a licensed childcare facility or an equivalent in education. This position will require continuous progression of education and training in childhood development and early childhood education.
If the following statements resonate with you, please apply immediately!
- You MUST love to give hugs, wipe boogers,hold a crying toddler, get a dental inspection by a two year old, have pretend conversation “on the phone” into a block, and most of all eat pretend food like a champ!
- You must have a strong stomach and be able to handle smells. The ability to identify immediately who the smell is coming from is a MAJOR BONUS and will save lots of time and energy in the long run. With this you will also develop a high level of comfort talking about bodily functions. Don’t worry, this is normal!
- You must not take yourself too seriously.If you can engage 10 two year olds at the same times, you will look ridiculous, but it will all be worth it because they stopped what they were doing to watch you… MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!
- You must be able to sing “Let it Go”, “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star”, and any other songs requested by your kiddos. Your tune is not important, your performance is everything!
- You must be able to see and counta sea of moving heads instantaneously and locate anyone playing hide and seek by themselves (or with an imaginary friend).
- You must be able to read a story while one child crawls in your lap, another tries to grab the book, and another one is telling you a completely different story. The ability to read in different accents and dialects is a major bonus as it will keep them engaged long enough for your co-teacher to get diaper changes done!
- You must be able to identify and remember the names of 20+ kids,parents, grandparents, blankies, coats, socks, hair bows, and any other item that has ever walked in your classroom instantly and know the location. Don’t worry we know this is not something you will be able to do on day one, day two however is another story.
- You must be able to handle a meltdownand interpret crying, pointing, and lots of emotions to figure out what happened, all while making sure the rest of the class is ok. Multi-tasking is a LIFESAVER!
- You must be comfortable navigating on the floor, sitting at a desk and chairs that is a foot off the ground, crawling through a tunnel to save a scared child, and of course using tot sized toys!
- You must be prepared to laugh, love, and learn more about children than you ever have.This is by far one of the most joyous places to work, but you must be prepared to accept the challenges and benefits this job has to offer. Yes, you will have many days where you go home utterly exhausted, but you can’t wait to go the next day and try that amazing Pinterest project you found about Minions, because of course Minions are all the rage in your class.'
Education:
- A 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.
- An Associate’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.
- A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with pre-kindergarten endorsement
Skills & Abilities:
- Positive and high energy
- Proficient Knowledge of Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards
- Passion for Early Childhood Education and providing a loving, nurturing, and exciting learning experience.
- Interacts with children and coworkers in a positive manner
- Outgoing and playful personality
- Theatrical presentation in the classroom
- Highly organized
- Flexible
- Good sense of humor
- Able to lift at least 40 lbs.
- Able to walk, kneel, stoop, bend and sit on floor.
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