Preschool Teacher

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions 

• Manages classroom environment.  Shares responsibility of setting up room for daily activities and provides attractive and functional learning centers 
• Assists in the planning, preparation, and implementation of work with children appropriate to development level based on RC3; includes developing curriculum, completing child assessments, maintaining records, etc. 
• Plans activities for children in constant care group that support the child increasing developmental skills in all domains on the E – LAP by at least 15% 
• Manages time and becomes familiar with routine of each classroom in which he/she may work 
• Develops strong relationships with children and their families. Serves as a team member in assigned classroom. 
• Participates in parent meetings and parent conferences; conducts home visits per Performance Standards regulations 
• Requires the acquisition of knowledge and proficiency of the Head Start Electronic Information System, ChildPlus, 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.
• Assists in the inventory of and request for equipment and supplies 
• Participates in entry process of child into care giving group 
• Responsible for complying 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 
• Works closely with other classroom teacher(s), administrative staff, children, parents and families 
• Organizes a classroom environment for children with minimum amount of hazards 
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience 

• High school diploma or equivalent required, PRESCHOOL Child Development Associate (CDA) or Associate's degree in child development or related field required, Bachelors degree preferred 
• One year of experience working with young children required
• Desire to work with young children, general knowledge of “normal” growth and development 
• Ability to work as a team member 
• Good organizational skills and written and oral communication skills 
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, parents and center volunteers

Travel and Compliance 

• 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. 

Physical Demands 

• Work requires normal physical effort with minimal lifting requirements of items weighing 50 pounds or less
• Visual attention
• Manual dexterity/coordination

ChildCareGroup is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.