Preschool Teacher

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); Alice (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying >

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. offers a Preschool Teacher role within its Early Childhood Development program, focusing on school readiness for children aged 3–5 in a center setting.

The position works with families and a multidisciplinary team to provide education, health, and social service support while complying with Head Start and state regulations. Ideal candidates may have an associate or bachelor's in Child Development or ECE, with 6 months of preschool experience preferred, and bilingual

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor in Child Development or Early Childhood Education (USA evaluation if studied abroad).
• Minimum 6 months experience with preschool children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote school readiness and support children and families for school success.
• Provide developmentally appropriate care and education for 3–5 year olds in a center-based classroom.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed and participate in inter-disciplinary team activities.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Computer skills

Education

Associate or Bach. in Child Development/ECEd

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

CPLC's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs are committed to giving every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, an opportunity to succeed in school and life. Provides full-day, full-year early childhood development services to low income children, ages 0-3 years, and their families in educationally-stimulating learning environments.

Migrant Head Start program provides full-day, full-year program services to children, ages 0-5 years, of migrant and seasonal farm and agriculture working families where hand-picked and row crops are prevalent.

Position Summary

The Preschool Teacher is responsible to promote school readiness by preparing children and families for school success and life success as it relates to this position. To provide high quality developmentally appropriate care and education for children aged 3-5 in a center-based classroom in the CPLC ECD Program. Work as part of a center based inter-disciplinary team to support the child in all areas of development while providing education, disabilities, health, and social service support to families. Abide by all state and federal regulations that apply to care and education of young children including the revised Head Start Program Performance Standards (issued 9/1/2016), Head Start Act (12/7/2007), Texas Child Care Licensing-(for centers in Texas), New Mexico State Child Care Regulations-New Mexico Kids-(for centers located in New Mexico),, Office of Head Start Initiatives and ECD Content Area Plans and Procedures. Actively always supervise children by sight and sound and in all environments. Maintain all health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment. Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in the school bus, outdoor and indoor environments.

Minimum Qualifications And Competencies

• An associate degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, or a Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education (EDE) or coursework equivalent to a major relating to Child Development or Early Childhood Education in a related field. Education obtained outside of the United States of America (USA) and from another country must be evaluated from an accredited organization to determine equivalency to USA education standards.
• Minimum 6 months working with Preschool children highly preferred.

Other Requirements

• Bilingual English/Spanish highly preferred.
• Applicants must have basic keyboard skills, be able to use computers, computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Office, Adobe) and web-based systems.

Benefits

• 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.