Early Head Start Teacher

Community Action; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action, Inc. in San Marcos, TX, seeks an Early Head Start Teacher to provide developmentally appropriate instruction for children zero to three. The role requires adherence to Head Start standards and collaboration with families, staff, and community partners.

The position is Regular Full Time with a 7 AM–3 PM schedule. The hourly pay range is $15.36 to $22.44, commensurate with experience and education. Prior Head Start or early childhood experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish and English.
• Willingness to obtain Child Development Credential within one year.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure program policies, procedures, and activities are followed.
• Conduct health, developmental, and nutrition screenings as required.
• Maintain developmentally appropriate classroom environments and daily lesson plans.
• Interact with parents and partners to support children's education.
• Attend required meetings and professional development.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish & English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree or higher in Child Development/Education

Willingness to obtain CDA within 1 year

Job description

Community Action, Inc. will position itself as the most effective and innovative human service organization in Central Texas.
Current Employment Opportunities

Please note that all positions indicate a deadline by when all applications must be received.

Position:Early Head Start Teacher

Location: San Marcos, TX

Job Id:26-38

# of Openings:1

Job Vacancy #: 26-38

Program:

Early Childhood Education

Position:

Early Head Start Teacher

Location:

A Washington EHS - San Marcos, Texas

Status:

Regular Full Time

Schedule:

Monday – Friday; 7AM-3PM

$15.36 - $22.44 Hourly

(commensurate w/experience & education)

Reports To:

Date Posted:

MISSION

Helping Central Texas improve economic self-reliance through a wide range of services and community partnerships.

STRATEGIC FUNCTION

Provides educational leadership to the classroom by designing and implementing classroom instruction and lesson plans appropriate to meet the individual needs of every child. Primary duty is to impart knowledge to children zero to three years of age. Secondary duty is to provide challenging appropriate educational activities.

OPERATING PRINCIPLES

• Lifelong Learning: Seeks innovative opportunities to expand knowledge, skills, and experiences.
• Effective Communication: Provides well thought-out, concise, and timely oral and written information.
• Teamwork: Considers group effort more important than individual effort.
• High Personal Standards: Sets challenging goals and continuously seeks feedback and opportunities to improve performance.
• Flexibility: Accepts other viewpoints, shifts strategies if necessary, and adjusts to changing work priorities.
• Concern for Accuracy and Effectiveness: Considers how work impacts both short term and long-term operating efficiencies.
• Initiative: Is proactive rather than reactive.
• Courteous and Respectful: Ensures all business dealings and relationships are conducted fairly and honestly.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

May include the following:

• Ensure that all program policies, procedures and activities as defined in the agency policies and procedures.
• Conduct and document all children’s health, developmental, and nutrition screenings according to agency policies and procedures.
• Report all suspected Child Abuse to the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-252-5400 and in accordance with agency policy.
• Ensure that curriculum and classroom environments are developmentally appropriate in each class every day, and that lesson plans are maximizing instructional time, including afternoon instruction.
• Ensure that all adult to child interactions in the center are positive, appropriate and respectful according to the Head Start Program Guidance and Discipline Policies and Standards of Conduct, Conscious Discipline, and CLASS approach.
• Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum in the class every day making sure that all required activities (ex. transportation, safety, and mental health) are included.
• Work as a team with other adults in the classroom so that children are primarily engaged inappropriate activities.
• Completes all documentation as directed in the agency policies and procedures including but not limited to developmental and behavioral screenings, assessments, and Texas School Ready! Project.
• Interact with parents respectfully and include them as partners in their children’s education.
• Maintain good relationships with community partners including but not limited to local ISDs, ECI, public libraries, health care providers and volunteers.
• Be familiar with and maintain compliance with all standards including but not limited to the Head Start Program Performance Standards, Texas Minimum Standards for Licensed Child Care Centers, Texas School Ready! Project (if applicable), the State Department of Health Services, and local health, fire and safety agencies.
• Attend all meetings as required and participate in required professional growth opportunities.
• Remain compliant with all Child Care Licensing and agency standards with regard to professional development including but not limited to CPR & First Aid certification, Blood Borne Pathogens, child abuse and transportation.
• Arrives on time and works designated hours (unless otherwise specified by immediate supervisor).
• Flexibility with work schedule and location as needed based on program needs.
• Provide appropriate care for children including following appropriate diapering/toileting procedures, and maintaining a sanitized classroom, such as; hand washing, change of bedding, and sanitation of toys, equipment, and surfaces.
• Assist with recruitment of parents and staff.
• Submits time sheets accurately and on time to supervisor.
• Submits mileage accurately and on time to supervisor.
• Attends all staff and other meetings as assigned.
• Be a positive role model.
• Maintains confidentiality: records, client services, and staff.
• Adheres to agency's best practices related to time and leave.
• Dress is appropriate to work environment.
• Maintains a safe, orderly and clean environment.
• Willing to work at alternative locations.
• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENT/QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred:

• Current CDA

OR

• Associate’s Degree or higher in Child Development, Early Education or Elementary Education
• One year of teaching experience in a child care, preschool or early education setting
• Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish and English

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Willingness to obtain Child Development Credential in Infant Toddler within one year of hire
• Basic computer skills

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to lift 25-30 lbs.
• Be able to walk, squat/kneel, sit on floor, see, hear and speak with children to ensure children’s health and safety.

Other Requirements:

• At least 18 years old
• Criminal Background Check required at the agency’s expense
• Fingerprinting required at the employee’s expense
• Valid Texas Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation
• Vehicle Insurance (Personal injury and liability)
• Initial Health Exam required at the agency’s expense
• Initial and annual TB screening at agency’s expense

CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE INTERVIEWED WITHOUT A COMPLETED EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.

All applications are screened for minimum qualifications. Interviews include both written and verbal questions (as well as testing, if applicable) and are conducted by a panel of staff.
Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each applicant is considered equally, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or medical condition or disability. Employment within the Head Start Program is contingent upon, but not limited to, a criminal history check which reveals no felony or misdemeanor, official complaints, indictments, or convictions, which are in conflict with the Head Start regulations or Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services child care licensing regulations. Examples include offenses against persons or family, public indecency and the Texas Controlled Substances Act.