Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher

Job DetailsJob Location

• Holliday,
• TX 76366Salary
• Range: $12.98 - $15.58 HourlyEarly Head Start Teacher –
• Charles
• Fennell
• Child
• Development
• Center
• Location:
• Holilday,
• Texas
• Employer:
• Rolling
• Plains
• Management
• Corporation (RPMC)
• Status: Full-Time (40 hours per week, primarily Monday–Friday; schedule may vary by Center)

Position Summary

Rolling Plains Management Corporation is seeking applicants for the position of Early Head Start Teacher at the Charles Finnell Child Development Center in Holliday, Texas. This role is responsible to the Center Director for ensuring compliance with all program regulations and for creating a safe, healthy, and engaging educational environment for enrolled infants, toddlers, and their families. Early Head Start is committed to building a loving, caring environment where infants, toddlers, parents, and staff learn from one another. Staff must demonstrate sensitivity to and knowledge of cultural differences and community needs while upholding the program’s Standards of Conduct. Orientation, pre-service, and in-service training are provided to help staff succeed in their roles. Benefits Package: RPMC offers its full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical (mostly employer-paid) and employer paid dental, and vision insurance $25,000 life insurance policy at no cost to employee Dependent care FSA (up to $5000 per year provided by employer) Telemedicine, tele-counseling, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Matching 401K plan Paid sick leave, vacation leave, and 14 paid holidays Voluntary benefits: critical illness, accident, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrate knowledge of the Head Start Performance Standards policies and procedures. Demonstrate knowledge of Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards. Follow the Head Start Performance Standards, all RPMC policies and procedures, and the EHS written educational plan. Plan and maintain a safe, clean learning environment and assure the well-being and safety of children in her/his care. Establish a caring professional relationship and a climate of mutual trust and respect for families of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Plan and implement activities with children between the ages of zero and three, with the curriculum provided and with Head Start-mandated outcomes. Maintain a cooperative attitude of working with center staff, volunteers, parents, and program specialists to plan and implement classroom activities. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate daily activities that engage children in literacy, language, and math activities using songs, books, and games that are integrated with themes/topics in line with the curriculum. Use assessment information for individually interacting with children during learning center activities. Maintain accurate and current assessment information, noting the child's progress across all developmental domains utilizing anecdotal notes and/ or examples of children's work. Complete all paperwork in a timely and accurate manner, including home visit forms, parent/teacher conference forms, lesson plans, and transition forms. In consultation with the Education Specialist, develop and implement weekly lesson plans that are consistent with the program curriculum and EHS guidelines. Encourage and model language expansion, extended learning, and problem-solving strategies throughout the day. Use positive methods of child guidance in accordance with the established discipline and guidance policy. Assure the child-staff ratio of 1 staff to 4 children is maintained at all times. Monitor children on the playground to ensure safe and appropriate play and monitor play areas to ensure the safety and cleanliness of the equipment. Ensure all children are visible at all times. Respond to crisis or emergency situations that may occur by providing First Aid or CPR, preventing the spread of blood-borne pathogens, and assessing the need for emergency services. Be aware of the legal and professional responsibilities of protecting all children from physical punishment or verbal abuse by anyone in any program and immediately report any such incident to the appropriate Supervisor. Observe children to detect signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbances, learning disorders, speech problems, or other special needs. Report those signs immediately to the Director for required or necessary follow-up. Observe children for any suspected or disclosed signs of child abuse or child neglect and report them immediately following the RPMC Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Policy and Procedures. Sit with children during meal times and consume the same "Type A" lunch as children, providing a model for good nutritional habits (unless prohibited by dietary or doctor concerns). Prepare and feed the infants according to their schedule, holding each as they are fed. Complete home visits and parent-teacher conferences as required. Work cooperatively with co-teachers assigned to her/his classroom as a team to involve all parents with their children and to encourage the active participation of all parents and volunteers in the program. Maintain accurate attendance records daily. Work cooperatively with ERSEA and the Family Service Specialist, following up on all absent children and contacting the parents to determine the reason for their absence. Safeguard all classroom supplies and equipment and account for any misused, damaged, or missing supplies or equipment. Responsible for cleaning and general maintenance of the classroom. Participate and attend all staff meetings, training, and certification courses as required by local, state, and/or federal mandates. Recruit and engage supporters to ensure the program secures the required federal in-kind match. Recruit eligible children, including those with disabilities, for the program. Assure confidentiality of all children, families, and co-workers; maintain confidentiality at all times regarding enrolled children and their family information, records, and interaction with staff. No information will be released without the permission of the program director, court order, or written permission from the parent. Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills. Maintain records of enrolled children and families in accordance with established Performance Standards. Perform any other job-related tasks deemed necessary. Additional Details: Sign-On Bonus Offered! Position remains open until filled Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age High School Diploma or equivalent required CDA Credential in Infant/Toddler preferred; if not currently certified, will be classified as EHS Teacher in Training and must obtain CDA within one year (RPMC covers cost of CDA) Must be willing to take and pass a drug/alcohol test and comply with the Agency’s Drug-Free Policy Must pass regular criminal history checks Must submit to TB tests as required Must provide reliable self-transportation for regional travel Must possess and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license with appropriate classification and endorsements Must maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and meet minimum insurability requirements (MVR checks may be conducted by the Agency) Physical Demands Regular lifting of infants, toddlers, classroom supplies, and equipment; occasional lifting of furniture Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, or moving up to 25 pounds Frequent sitting on the floor and working at child level for extended periods Occasional squatting and bending Work Environment Ability to adapt to inclement weather conditions Noise levels can be moderate to loud in the center environment Ability to work in a stressful environment and manage stress effectively Flexibility to work schedules as established by management Travel Requirements Light to normal travel for field trips, meetings, classes, and workshops within and outside the service area Ability to drive occasionally long distances Must be able to travel by air when required for training, conferences, and related activities