Infant/Toddler Teacher

About the Role

You will serve as a team member in an assigned staff group and plan and implement programs for infants and toddlers. You will also implement classroom programs in compliance with CCG standards, Early Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC criteria, and local and state licensing standards.

Why Work for ChildCareGroup?

Founded in 1901, ChildCareGroup's (CCG) mission is to drive generational change by advancing early learning, family stability, and workforce opportunity.

You are a great fit for the role because you identify with the CCG SPIRIT, our core values:

• SERVICE – Lead with a servant's heart
• PROFESSIONALISM – Perform our best every day
• INTEGRITY – Do what is right
• RESPECT – Treat each other the way we wish to be treated
• INCLUSION – Value individual differences
• TEAMWORK – Communicate and collaborate to achieve our goals

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.
• Requires the acquisition of knowledge and proficiency of the Head Start Electronic Information System and/or Redelearner Database within the introductory period of employment. ChildCareGroup will train the employee either directly or through the Database Training Department of Head Start of Greater Dallas, Inc.
• 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, but not limited to, EEO/Affirmative Action, ADA, Conduct, Conflict of Interest, Solicitation and Safety.
• Assumes responsibility for daily classroom program in Lead Teacher's absence.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience

• 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.
• Must demonstrate desire to work with young children, have general knowledge of "normal" growth and development.
• Must demonstrate ability to work as a team member and work effectively with all levels of staff, parents and center volunteers.
• Must demonstrate good organizational skills and written and oral communication skills.
• Regular and prompt attendance required.

Travel and Compliance Requirements

• Must have a valid Texas driver's license.
• Driving record must comply with CCG's automobile insurance carrier requirements.
• Must have liability insurance coverage and reliable personal transportation.
• Ability to travel locally or out of town as required. Mileage reimbursement is offered when applicable.
• Must submit to and successfully pass all required CCG and Partner Program background checks throughout employment. These include FBI, Fingerprinting, Neglect and Abuse, Federal, State, Local, and Sex Offender background checks. Background check requirements may be expanded at the discretion of CCG and Partner Programs.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• Short Term, Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance at no cost
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine at no cost
• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid Time Off
• (12) Paid Company Holidays
• And more!