Infant/Toddler Teacher

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); La Luz (NM); Presencial; USD 17 000 - 25 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Generous Paid Holiday

Employee Recognition Program

Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days

Medical, Dental, and Vision for family

Health Savings Account & Flexible SPED

Life + Disability options

Employee Assistance Program

Telemedicine & Concierge Services

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying}

Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for roles

Identity Theft Protection

Resumo da oferta

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. in New Mexico is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator to care for children aged 0–3 within the HELP NM ECD program, promoting school readiness and family support in a center-based setting.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team, adhere to Head Start standards and licensing requirements, maintain a safe learning environment, and engage families to support children's development and well‑being.

Qualificações

• Education & Years of Experience: High School Diploma/GED and CDA or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• NM Child Development Certificate (CDC), associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Teaching Strategies GOLD inter-rater reliability certification within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 6 months experience in teaching infants or toddlers.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license and current auto insurance.
• TB test or Chest X-ray.
• NM ECECD Background Clearance.
• First Aid/CPR Certification or obtain within first 6 months of employment.
• Applicants must obtain Food Handlers card upon hire.

Responsabilidades

• Promote school readiness by preparing children and families for school success and life.
• Provide high quality developmentally appropriate care and education for 0‑3 in a center-based classroom.
• Work as part of a center-based inter-disciplinary team to support children’s development and family wellbeing.
• Abide by state and federal regulations including Head Start Performance Standards, NM Child Care Licensing, and HELP NM ECD Policies.
• Actively supervise children by sight and sound in all environments.
• Maintain health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment.
• Facilitate health practices to keep children safe indoors and outdoors.

Conhecimentos

Nurturing

Encouragement

Patience

Calm under pressure

Initiative

Formação académica

High School Diploma / CDA

NM CDC Certificate (preferred)

Teaching Strategies GOLD inter-rater reliability certification

Infants/Toddlers teaching experience (min 6 months)

First Aid/CPR certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Get paid in giggles (and a Paycheck too!)

Help New Mexico (HELPNM) was created in 1965 by the interdenominational New Mexico Council of Churches to support education in their community. Today, their legacy and impact carry on through HELPNM’s work as a fully‑owned subsidiary of CPLC. The Office of Learning and Academic Opportunity (OLAO) provides services to children and families from birth to eight years of age. Our priority is to provide general services related to families in the areas of education, health and social/behavioral development. OLAO also provides an intentional, coordinated approach to strengthening the family unit and combines programming for children and adults in order to build strong and stable families.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT IN THIS ROLE?

• You will be responsible for promoting school readiness by preparing children and their families for school success as well as life success as it is related to this position.
• You will provide high quality developmentally appropriate care and education for children aged 0-3 in a center-based classroom for HELP NM ECD Program.
• You will work as part of a center based inter-disciplinary team to support the children in all areas of development while providing education, health and social support to families.
• You will abide by all state and federal regulations that apply to care and education of young children including revised Head Start Program Performance Standards, NM Child Care Licensing, and HELP NM ECD Policies and Procedures.
• You will actively always supervise children by sight and sound and in all environments.
• You will maintain all health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment.
• You will facilitate health practices to keep children safe in indoor and outdoor environments.

WHO YOU ARE

• You are nurturing and warn and create a loving, secure environment for children
• You are a cheerleader and provide encouragement to build confidence and independence in children from a young age
• You are patient and support children through big emotions and developmental stages
• You are calm under pressure and can respond quickly and effectively in emergencies
• You take initiative to proactive to improve classroom practices and learning environments

Minimum Qualifications And Competencies

Education/Background:

• Education & Years of Experience
  • High School Diploma/GED and Child Development Associate (CDA) or be willing to obtain with 6 months of hire required
  • New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC), associate or bachelor’s degree are preferred
• Obtain Teaching Strategies GOLD inter-rater reliability certification within 6 month of hire
• Minimum of 6 months experience in teaching infants or toddlers
• Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)
• Valid Driver’s license and Current Auto Insurance
• TB test or Chest X-ray
• NM ECECD Background Clearance
• First Aid/CPR Certified or must obtain within first 6 months of employment
• Applicants must obtain Food Handlers card upon hire

We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that’s why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits to serve you and your family.

Full-time employee’s benefits below:

• Generous Paid Holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary Benefits

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.