Early Head Start Teacher

Rolling Plains Management Corporation; Crowell (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid sick leave and vacation

401K plan with matching

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Rolling Plains Management Corporation is looking for a dedicated Early Head Start Teacher to join our Crowell Child Development Center. In this full-time role, you will ensure a safe and engaging environment for infants and toddlers, while adhering to program standards. We provide extensive training and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma and a CDA Credential preferred. A valid Texas driver's license is required. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, paid leave, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Must pass drug/alcohol test and criminal history checks.
• Must provide TB test results if required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with program regulations.
• Create a safe, healthy, and engaging environment for infants and toddlers.
• Promote cultural sensitivity and community awareness.

Skills

CDA Credential in Infant/Toddler

Reliable self-transportation

Ability to manage stress

Valid Texas driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Early Head Start Teacher – Crowell Child Development Center

Location: Crowell, Texas

Employer: Rolling Plains Management Corporation (RPMC)

Status: Full‑Time (40 hours per week, primarily Monday–Friday; schedule may vary by Center)

Position Summary

The Early Head Start Teacher reports to the Center Director and is responsible for ensuring compliance with all program regulations and creating a safe, healthy, and engaging educational environment for enrolled infants, toddlers, and their families. The role supports a loving, caring environment, promotes cultural sensitivity and community awareness, and upholds the program’s Standards of Conduct. Orientation, pre‑service, and in‑service training are provided.

Benefits Package

• Medical (mostly employer‑paid) and employer‑paid dental and vision insurance
• 25,000 life insurance policy at no cost to employee
• Dependent care FSA (up to $5,000 per year provided by employer)
• Telemedicine, tele‑counseling, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Matching 401K plan
• Paid sick leave, vacation leave, and 14 paid holidays
• Voluntary benefits: critical illness, accident, long‑term disability, and supplemental life insurance
• Longevity pay

Sign‑On Bonus Offered!

Position remains open until filled.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• CDA Credential in Infant/Toddler preferred; if not currently certified, will be classified as EHS Teacher in Training and must obtain CDA within one year (RPMC covers the cost of CDA)
• Willing to take and pass a drug/alcohol test and comply with the Agency’s Drug‑Free Policy
• Must pass regular criminal history checks
• Must submit to TB tests as required
• Must provide reliable self‑transportation for regional travel
• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license with appropriate classification and endorsements
• Must maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and meet minimum insurability requirements (MVR checks may be conducted by the Agency)

Physical Demands

• Regular lifting of infants, toddlers, classroom supplies, and equipment; occasional lifting of furniture
• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, or moving up to 25 pounds
• Frequent sitting on the floor and working at child level for extended periods
• Occasional squatting and bending

Work Environment

• Ability to adapt to inclement weather conditions
• Noise levels can be moderate to loud in the center environment
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and manage stress effectively
• Flexibility to work schedules as established by management

Travel Requirements

• Light to normal travel for field trips, meetings, classes, and workshops within and outside the service area
• Ability to drive occasionally long distances
• Must be able to travel by air when required for training, conferences, and related activities