• 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 and preschool CDA required; AA or BA 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 driver's license if applicable
• 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 successfully meet all compliance background check requirements for federal funding throughout employment

Physical Demands 

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

ChildCareGroup's Generous Health and Wellness 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!

Become a part of the team that supports the education and assistance of over 50,000 lives per year in Texas! 

ChildCareGroup is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 

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