Presbyterian Medical Services·Farmington, New Mexico
This position supports candidates in completing their Child Development Associate (CDA) or New Mexico Child Development Certificate (NM CDC) requirements. The role involves working in a classroom setting to provide a supportive social and emotional environment for children's learning and growth.
Job category: Early childhood education / Early childhood development / Training / Classroom
This position supports candidates who have completed required coursework and training hours applicable to Child Development Associate (CDA) completion or have completed four courses required for the New Mexico Child Development Certificate (NM CDC) and require application or portfolio submission support. This position works closely with the Teacher II or Center Supervisor to provide an appropriate social and emotional environment in order to expand the child's ability to learn and grow. Works in a classroom-based setting with typically and atypically developing children. Position may be reassigned to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations.
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED and be actively working toward or have completed specific CDA or NM CDC coursework. Applicants must also be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire.
Market context
Teacher-in-Training roles in New Mexico are often tied to ongoing staffing needs in early childhood settings, where employers look for candidates who can meet state and center compliance requirements. This role can be competitive because it requires specific coursework toward a CDA or New Mexico CDC certification, plus First Aid, BLS/CPR, and screening clearances. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your coursework progress and certification timeline before applying.