EHS Classroom Teacher

About Company:

Cen-Tex Family Services, Inc. (Cen-Tex) is a private, non-profit agency founded in 1993. Cen-Tex receives grant funds to provide Early Head Start/Head Start programs in Bastrop, Lee, Fayette, and Colorado counties. These programs are administered by the Office of Head Start, Department of Health and Human Services and carried out through the Hearts of Texas Head Start Program.

About the Role:

The EHS Classroom Teacher at Eagle Lake CDC plays a pivotal role in fostering a nurturing and stimulating learning environment for young children. This position is responsible for implementing a comprehensive curriculum that promotes the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of children aged 0-5 years. The teacher will collaborate with families and staff to create individualized learning plans that cater to the unique needs of each child. Additionally, the EHS Classroom Teacher will assess and document children's progress, ensuring that they meet developmental milestones. Ultimately, this role aims to prepare children for future educational success while supporting their overall well-being.

Minimum Qualifications:

• • Education:
    Infant/Toddler CDA or equivalent credential and High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or Pre-school CDA with training and ability to obtain CDA for infants and toddlers.
    Employee must be willing, and possess the aptitude and skills necessary, to pursue the preferred educational requirements. (as required by the Head Start Standards)

    (You can still apply without a CDA, but you must have a High School Diploma or GED. Plus, have experience working in a licensed daycare.)

    
    Experience:
    Two years experience teaching, or assistant teaching infants and toddlers in a licensed child care center. Knowledge and experience in: child development and early childhood education; the principles of child health, safety and nutrition; and family dynamics. Working knowledge of: personal computers; word processing; Internet access; and email usage. Ability to work independently as well as with a team.

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  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related discipline; CDA for infants and toddlers.
  • Experience with curriculum development and assessment tools specific to early childhood education.
  • Training in special education or experience working with children with diverse learning needs.
  • Familiarity with technology integration in early childhood classrooms.
  • Bilingual abilities or experience working in multicultural educational environments.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that align with the Early Head Start curriculum.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning.
• Conduct regular assessments of children's development and maintain accurate records of their progress.
• Collaborate with families to support children's learning and development at home.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training to enhance teaching practices.

Skills:

The required skills for this position include strong communication and interpersonal abilities, which are essential for building relationships with children and their families. Organizational skills are crucial for planning lessons and maintaining accurate records of children's progress. Creativity is necessary to develop engaging activities that capture children's interest and promote learning. Preferred skills, such as bilingualism, enhance the teacher's ability to connect with a diverse student population. Additionally, knowledge of child development principles is applied daily to tailor teaching strategies that meet the varying needs of each child.