$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Preschool Teacher will implement program activities in the areas of cognition, communication, social and emotional, motor, and adaptive skills or to reinforce skills learned and practiced in occupational, physical, or speech-language therapy.

Note: This position will also assist with transportation in the morning and afternoon as a bus aide. The hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 6:45 am - 3:45 pm.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of professional child daycare experience required.
• CPR/First Aid Certification required.
• Must pass Federal and State criminal background check.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic navigational skills for Windows operating system.
• Ability to write and send professional emails in Microsoft Outlook.
• Experience in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills with parents, families, and coworkers.
• Ability to be patient and understanding when working with children and interacting with parents.
• Knowledge of childcare principles and procedures.
• Ability to relate to children and make the childcare facility an enjoyable atmosphere.
• Knowledge of early childhood teaching strategies.
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Participates in the assessment of the EIDT child in his/her classroom using the proper assessment tool as directed by the Early Childhood Development Specialist.
• Participates in the implementation of the Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP) to ensure the maximum treatment of the children served.
• Participates in the development of daily lesson plans as directed by the Early Childhood Development Specialist.
• Ensures collection and entry of service data in a database.
• Know and comply with the Texas Minimum standards for Child-Care Centers
• Assists in maintaining classroom supplies.
• Maintains visual supervision of the children at all times.
• Bus Aide in the morning and evening (6:45am-3:45 pm or possibly 4:00pm)
• Ensures positive emotional climate for the children by showing respect to others through a willingness to help others, by maintaining harmonious interpersonal relations, and through use of appropriate and approved behavior management techniques under the guidance of the Early Childhood Development Specialist or Early Childhood Division Director.
• Assists in maintaining an environment conducive to preventative discipline.
• Interacts with children in a positive manner.
• Fosters developmentally appropriate independence in children through planned but flexible program activities.
• Represents the program to parents, visitors, and the public in a positive way.
• Maintains a clean, safe, healthy, and sanitary learning environment for children by working under the supervision of the Early Childhood Development Specialist or the Early Childhood Division Director to ensure that children are kept clean, clothing is changed when necessary, and toys and other materials are disinfected each day.
• Ensures that active involvement is maintained with children to promote gross and fine motor development during periods of physical activity.
• Immediately reports any information regarding health and safety concerns.
• Ensures that no child is abused, neglected, or exploited while in the care of the center; and reports suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of children to Texas Department of Family and Protective Services as specified in the Texas Family Code.
• Completes required annual training.
• Performs classroom cleaning, as needed.
• Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the five core values of Opportunities, Inc.-integrity, compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence (iCARE).
• Performs any other related duties as required or assigned.

Physical requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.

Reports to: Early Childhood Development Specialist-Education

To be considered for this position, please complete the Opportunities online application at: https://www.oppinc.org/employment/

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Texarkana, TX: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Have your worked for Opportunities, Inc. before?
• This position requires assisting with the transportation of children and riding the bus each morning and afternoon as a bus aide. The hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 6:45 am - 3:45 pm or on some days until 4:00 pm. Is this something you can agree to?
• Does your resume reflect one year of licensed daycare or preschool experience (not babysitting)? If this information is not on your resume, please record dates you worked, agency name and your title.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• professional daycare (not babysitting): 1 year (Required)
• computer data entry: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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