Infant/Toddler Teacher

About the role

Founded in 1901, ChildCareGroup’s mission is to drive generational change by advancing early learning, family stability, and workforce opportunity. You will serve as a team member in an assigned staff group and plan and implement programs for infants and toddlers, implementing classroom programs in compliance with CCG standards, Early Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC criteria, and local and state licensing standards. The role aligns with CCG’s SPIRIT core values: SERVICE, PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, RESPECT, INCLUSION, and TEAMWORK.

Responsibilities

• Manages classroom environment.
• Shares responsibility of setting up room for daily activities.
• Provides attractive and functional learning centers.
• Assists in planning, preparation and implementation of work with children appropriate to development level based on RC 3; includes developing curriculum, completing child assessments, maintaining records, etc.
• Understands the routine of each classroom in which he/she may work.
• Develops good relations with children and their families.
• Serves as a team member in assigned classroom.
• Acquires knowledge and proficiency of the Head Start Electronic Information System and/or Redelearner Database within the introductory period of employment (training provided).
• Works under supervision of the Early Childhood Center Manager and/or Children’s Program Coordinator with indirect supervision from Lead Teacher.
• Participates in parent meetings and parent conferences.
• Assists in the inventory of and request for equipment and supplies.
• Participates in entry process of child into care‑giving group.
• Complies with all CCG policies and procedures including EEO/Affirmative Action, ADA, Conduct, Conflict of Interest, Solicitation and Safety.
• Assumes responsibility for daily classroom program in Lead Teacher’s absence.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) or Associate's degree in child development or related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• One‑year experience working with young children required.
• Demonstrated desire to work with young children and general knowledge of “normal” growth and development.
• Ability to work as a team member and effectively with all levels of staff, parents, and center volunteers.
• Good organizational skills and written and oral communication skills.
• Regular and prompt attendance required.
• Valid Texas driver's license; driving record must comply with CCG's automobile insurance carrier requirements.
• Liability insurance coverage and reliable personal transportation.
• Ability to travel locally or out of town as required; mileage reimbursement offered when applicable.
• Must submit to and successfully pass all required CCG and Partner Program background checks (FBI, fingerprinting, neglect and abuse, federal, state, local, sex offender) throughout employment; requirements may be expanded at CCG's discretion.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• (12) Company Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off