Preschool Teacher

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Holidays

PTO & Sick Days

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits for a

Health Savings Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) is hiring for a center-based preschool teacher with HELP NM ECD responsibilities in New Mexico. The role focuses on school readiness, health and social support for families, and engagement with an inter-disciplinary team to promote child development.

CDA is required within 6 months, with a Bachelor’s degree preferred. Responsibilities include delivering developmentally appropriate activities for 3–5 year olds, adhering to Head Start and state licensing

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required with CDA or willing to obtain CDA within 6 months of hire
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Teaching Strategies GOLD inter-rater reliability certification within 6 months of hire
• Minimum 6 months experience teaching preschool children
• 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 6 months
• Food Handlers card upon hire

Responsibilities

• Promote school readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success
• Provide high quality developmentally appropriate care and education for 3–5 year olds in a center-based classroom
• Work with an interdisciplinary team to support children’s development across education, health and social needs
• Comply with Head Start, NM Child Care Licensing and HELP NM ECD policies
• Maintain health and safety standards and supervise children at all times
• Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in indoor and outdoor environments

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Early childhood education

Classroom management

Education

High School diploma/GED and CDA

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Teaching Strategies GOLD certification

Job description

Finger paints, fairy tales and future leaders - join our classroom! 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 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 3-5 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. 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.

Minimum Qualifications And Competencies

Education/Background:

• Education & Years of Experience
  • High School diploma/GED AND Child Development Associate (CDA) or be willing to obtain CDA within 6 months of hire required. Upon completion of CDA, must be willing to begin coursework toward obtaining a Bachelor’s degree.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Obtain Teaching Strategies GOLD inter-rater reliability certification within 6 months of hire
• Minimum of 6 months experience in teaching preschool aged children
• 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.