Early Head Start Teacher

Brazos Valley Community Action Prog; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as an Early Head Start Teacher, where your passion for nurturing infants and toddlers will make a significant impact. This role focuses on providing high-quality early childhood education in a safe and enriching environment, fostering development and building strong relationships with families. You'll implement tailored curriculum and activities, ensuring compliance with program standards while promoting growth and learning. This opportunity allows you to contribute to the crucial early years of children's lives, making a difference every day in a supportive community setting.

Benefits

Employer-paid health insurance

Employer-paid vision insurance

Employer-paid dental insurance

Long and short-term disability coverage

Paid holidays

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Opportunities for professional development

Tuition forgiveness programs eligibility

Qualifications

• CDA credential required; passion for early childhood education essential.
• Previous experience in infant and toddler care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants and toddlers.
• Build strong partnerships with families and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of early childhood development

Ability to create a supportive environment

Passion for working with infants and toddlers

Education

Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

Job description

Early Head Start Teacher (Infant-Toddler CDA Credential Required)

Location: Multiple locations in Brazos Valley, Texas (Bryan, Neal, Navasota, Hearne, Brenham, Madisonville)

Hiring Summary:

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care and education to infants and toddlers, nurturing their development during the crucial early years of life? Join our team as an Early Head Start Teacher, dedicated to creating a safe and enriching environment for children from birth to age 3.

Position Overview: As an Early Head Start Teacher, you will have the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of infants and toddlers in our program. Your responsibilities will focus on providing high-quality early childhood education and care, building strong relationships with families, and fostering a nurturing atmosphere that promotes growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities tailored to the unique needs of infants and toddlers.
2. Create a safe and stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration and discovery.
3. Observe and assess each child's development and progress, adjusting teaching strategies as needed.
4. Build strong partnerships with families through open communication, home visits, and parent-teacher conferences.
5. Provide individualized support for children with diverse needs and abilities.
6. Maintain accurate records of child observations, assessments, and developmental milestones.
7. Collaborate with a team of educators and specialists to ensure comprehensive care and support.
8. Stay up-to-date with the latest best practices in infant and toddler care and early childhood education.
9. Ensure compliance with Early Head Start regulations and program standards.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
2. Passion for working with infants and toddlers, with a deep understanding of early childhood development.
3. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage with both children and families.
4. Ability to create a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment for infants, toddlers, and their families.
5. Commitment to ongoing professional development to enhance your skills and knowledge.
6. Previous experience in infant and toddler care and education is preferred.

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary
2. Employer-paid health, vision, dental, and life insurance
3. Long and short-term disability coverage
4. Paid holidays
5. Generous paid time off (PTO)
6. Opportunities for professional and academic development
7. Potential eligibility for Government Offered Tuition Forgiveness Programs

Join our dedicated team and be a part of the journey to provide high-quality early childhood education and care to our youngest learners. If you are an Early Head Start Teacher with an Infant-Toddler CDA credential and a heart for nurturing the development of infants and toddlers, we invite you to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.