What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant/Toddler Resource Teacher - Anderson Center position at ChildCareGroup?
Make an Impact as an Infant/Toddler Resource Teacher
You will provide a learning environment that is safe, healthy and comfortable in order to enhance growth and development of the infants and toddlers in the program. You will maintain all program standards including ChildCareGroup, NAEYC, Head Start and the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services. You will work under the general supervision of the Site-Based Manager and exercise some independent judgement and action.
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
- 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.
- Becomes familiar with routine of each classroom in which he/she may work.
- 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.
- Develops good relations with children and their families. Serves as a team member in assigned classroom.
- Requires the acquisition of knowledge and proficiency of the Head Start Electronic Information System 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.
- Shares responsibility of setting up room for daily activities, provides attractive and functional learning centers and participates in entry process of child into care giving group.
- Assists in the inventory of and request for equipment and supplies.
- Assists with special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Infant/Toddler CDA or courses in Early Childhood or child development preferred
- One year experience working with young children preferred
- Must demonstrate desire to work with infant/toddler children, have general knowledge of “normal” growth and development
- Must demonstrate ability to work as a team member
- Must demonstrate good organizational skills and written and oral communication skills
- Must have 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
Salary : $15 - $19