You will serve as a team member in an assigned staff group and plan and implement programs for children. You will provide a learning environment that is safe, comfortable, and healthy while maintaining all program standards to include CCG, NAEYC, Head Start and the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.

Why work for ChildCareGroup? 

Founded in 1901, ChildCareGroup’s (CCG) mission is to champion a strong early childhood system that teaches children and parents, trains early childhood professionals, and assists families. ChildCareGroup believes that children do better as their parents do better. When families thrive, communities succeed. 

ChildCareGroup offers a generous benefits package including Paid Parental Leave, (12) Company Holidays, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision and more! 

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

Position Details 

Responsibilities

• Planning: Assists in planning, preparation and implementation of work with children appropriate to development level based on RC³; includes developing curriculum, completing child assessments, maintaining records, etc.
• Time Management: Becomes familiar with routine of each classroom in which he/she may work.
• Classroom Management: Assumes responsibility for daily classroom program in Teacher’s absence. Shares responsibility of setting up room for daily activities. Provides attractive and functional learning centers.
• Relationship Building: Develops good relations with children and their families. Serves as a team member in assigned classroom.
• Database Maintenance: 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.
• Participates in parent meetings and parent conferences
• Provides attractive and functional learning centers
• Assists in the inventory of and request for equipment and supplies
• Participates in entry process of child into care giving group
• Shares responsibility of setting up room for daily activities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required and CDA required within (2) years of date of hire
• Minimum 6 months required working with young children. One year preferred
• Must demonstrate desire to work with young children, have 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
• Regular and prompt attendance required
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to uphold ChildCareGroup’s mission, vision and core values

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 successfully meet all compliance background check requirements for federal funding throughout employment

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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