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Preschool Resource Teacher

1 month ago

Mesquite, United States Child Care Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Make an Impact as a Preschool Resource Teacher

This position provides a learning environment that is safe, comfortable, and healthy in order to enhance the growth and development of each child and is responsible for maintaining all program standards to include CCG, NAEYC, Head Start and the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services. This position serves as a substitute in teacher role for the centers assigned. The Preschool Resource Teacher works under general supervision of the Center Manager/and or Education Specialist with some demand for independent judgment 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, (13) 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 and Essential Job Functions 

  • Assists in the planning, preparation and implementation of work with children appropriate to development level based on best practices for early childhood education; provides extension of daily instructional time during after-school time
  • Manages time and becomes familiar with routine of each classroom in which he/she may work
  • Assumes responsibility for daily classroom program in Teacher’s absence and during after-school time. Shares responsibility of setting up room for daily activities and provides attractive and functional learning centers
  • Develops strong relationships with children and their families
  • Develops positive relationships with co-workers and serves as a team member in assigned classroom. Represents CCG to parents and co-workers, especially during afternoon pick up time.
  • Requires the acquisition of knowledge and proficiency of the Head Start Electronic Information System 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 entry process of child into care giving group
  • Participates in parent meetings and parent conferences as needed
  • Organizes a safe classroom environment for children with a minimum amount of hazards
  • Assists in the inventory of and request for equipment and supplies
  • Contacts other classroom teachers, administrative staff, children, parents and families as necessary
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

  • CDA required within two years of employment
  • One year of experience working with young children preferred
  • Must demonstrate desire to work with children ages 3-5 and have general knowledge of child 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

  • 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

Physical Demands

  • TB test and physical examination required every two years
  • 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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