Early Childhood Educator

Envision, Inc.; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Careers with purpose

Envision Paid Life Insurance

10 Paid Holidays

PTO & Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Envision, Inc. in Farmers Branch, TX is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator to develop and implement developmentally-based instructional programs for assigned age groups in a safe learning environment.

The role requires building age-appropriate curriculum, providing daily activities, maintaining progress records, and collaborating with staff and parents to support children's physical, emotional, and cognitive development. CPR/First Aid certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a high school diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years of preschool or childcare experience preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
• CDA certification or related degree preferred.
• Maintain 30 clock hours of early childhood in-service training per year.

Responsibilities

• Develop age-appropriate curriculum and lesson plans.
• Plan and implement daily indoor and outdoor activities related to the curriculum.
• Interact daily with children to provide a positive learning environment.
• Model positive adult/child interactions to support development.
• Maintain progress records and monitor each child’s development.
• Assist in preparing nutritious meals and snacks per TXHSS guidelines.
• Conduct daily health checks and supervise students in various settings.
• Communicate with staff, parents, and students to ensure collaboration.
• Report concerns to the Director of Early Childhood Development Center.
• Supervise toileting and diaper changes as needed.

Skills

Early childhood development

Communication with parents

Teamwork

Flexible/adaptable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, or related field, preferred

Job description

DLS Farmers Branch - Farmers Branch, TX 75234

Overview

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

First Shift

High School Diploma

Travel Percentage

0%

Category

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Working at Envision means having a job that’s more than just a way to make money. It's a job that makes a difference.

We offer team members:

• Careers with purpose
• Teamwork environment
• Envision Paid Life Insurance
• 10 Paid Holidays
• PTO & Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for developing, organizing and implementing a developmentally based, instructional educational program for an assigned age group in a clean and safe learning environment. Will ensure that the curriculum meets the emotional, physical, cognitive, and social needs of both the individual child and the group.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE

• Develop age appropriate curriculum and lesson plans for the purpose or presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts relative to the children’s needs.
• Plan, prepare and implement daily activities, both indoor and outdoor, as they relate to the curriculum (e.g. games, art, music, science, language, nutrition, playground, washing hands, etc.).
• Interact daily with the children, providing a positive environment and encouraging their involvement in activities.
• Model positive and effective adult/child behaviors (e.g. classroom, with parents, etc.) in all activities, contributing to the emotional, intellectual and social development of children and improving the quality of outcomes.
• Remain knowledgeable about each child’s medical and developmental history; maintain ongoing progress and developmental records.
• Assist in preparation of nutritional breakfast, lunch, and snacks that comply with established TXHSS guidelines and meet the nutritional needs of the children.
• Conduct daily health checks and visually monitor individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. snack and meal times, group or individual games, playground activities, quiet time, field trips, classroom, play time, etc.), ensuring that environment is clean, safe and free of hazards.
• Interact and communicate cooperatively and effectively with staff members, teachers, parents, and students. Maintain good communication with parents on a daily basis through the use of daily notes as well as face-to-face interaction.
• Report any observances of problems with children to Director of Early Childhood Development Center.
• Provide supervision over toileting/bathroom time, and diaper changes.
• Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

Education:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, or related field, preferred.

Experience:1-2 years’ experience in a preschool or childcare setting preferred.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Working knowledge and understanding of early childhood development and education desired.
• Desire to learn and understand the needs of infant, toddler, and pre-school age children who have visual impairments or other disabilities.
• Sincere desire to help children learn, grow and gain new skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and include them in their child’s learning process.
• Ability to deal with emergency situations in a calm manner.
• Willingness to work in a team environment; be willing to share ideas and be open to other’s ideas; be flexible and willing to compromise.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current CPR/First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire.
• CDA (Child Development Associate) certification, or a degree from an accredited university or college in a related field, preferred.
• Obtain 30 clock hours of relevant early childhood in-service training per year.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Total Number of Employees Directly Supervising:_0__

Number of Subordinate Supervisors Reporting to Position:_0__

VISION REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

Can be performed with or without assistive technology:

___ Required to perform activities such as: preparing/analyzing data/figures; viewing a computer screen; reading; inspecting small objects for defects; using measuring devices; and/or assembling parts with close eye contact.

___Required to perform activities such as: operating machinery and/or power tools at or within arm’s reach; performing non-repetitive tasks such as carpentry work or repairing machinery.

_X_ Required to review/inspect own assigned work, the work of others, or facilities or structures.

Requires normal (or corrected to normal) vision/acuity:

___ Required to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment such as forklifts.

COMMENTS

Envision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without illegal discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, gender identity, disability, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, military status or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, and any other status protected by law.

Envision employs and advances in employment individuals with disabilities and veterans, and treats qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position description is intended to convey generally the duties of this job. It is not an all-inclusive listing of duties, and it is not a contract, expressed or implied.

“To improve the quality of life and provide inspiration and opportunity for people who are blind or visually impaired through employment, outreach, rehabilitation, education and research.”

Envisions Core Values are the authentic, unwavering principals that define and support our culture.

• Integrity
• Passion
• Initiative
• Teamwork

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

In an average workday, employee must:

Task

None

Occasional

Frequent

Constant

Stand

x

Walk

x

Sit

x

x

Climb

x

Reach above shoulders

x

Squat/crouch/kneel

x

Push/pull

x

Lift

x

Usual amount

26-50 lbs

Carry

Usual amount

26-50 lbs

Employee must use hands for repetitive action such as:

Task

Right

Hand

Left

Hand

Yes

Yes

Firm grasping

Yes

Yes

Fine manipulation

No

No

WORKING CONDITIONS INCLUDE

In an average workday, employee is exposed to:

Task

None

Occasional

Frequent

Constant

General shop or store conditions

x

General office environment

x

Humid, extreme hot/cold temps (non-weather)