This position offers a $1,200 sign‑on bonus, with $600 awarded upon completion of 6 months of employment and an additional $600 after 12 months.
- Direct supervision of children:
- Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.
- Student Engagement:
- Creatively and consistently assesses and engages children in learning.
- Education:
- Assists in implementing planned learning activities that facilitate appropriate learning and development of children.
- Parent Engagement:
- Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns.
- Professionalism:
- Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope expectations.
- Classroom Management/Environment:
- Is able to effectively manage classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors and reinforcing positive behaviors
Qualifications
- Educational/Certification:
- Child Development Associate (CDA) and/or Associates Degree in a child related field required.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- A minimum of 6 months relevant experience serving early childhood population.
- Spanish speaking preferred.
- Ability to interact with clients and staff with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population.
- Skills/Abilities:
- Strong oral and written communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Other Requirements: Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter. Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable the employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by the Licensing Branch of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.