Early Childhood Teacher at Texas A&M University – College Station, TX

Early Childhood Teacher Job Description

Interacts, initiates, encourages and supervises the children in daily activities. Assists the Lead Teacher in planning activities for the assigned group and offers suggestions and information about the children. Develops a cooperative and supportive attitude within the room. Uses appropriate and positive management plan based on Children’s Center and child care licensing policies and procedures. Trains classroom assistants so that management is consistent. Maintains a safe, stimulating and developmentally appropriate classroom environment by changing play areas bi-monthly, cleaning toys and equipment weekly, and checking for hazards daily.

Early Childhood Teacher Ensures health and safety of children under care or supervision by establishing and facilitating compliance of classroom and center play rules. Assists the Lead Teacher in record keeping by assisting in observation regarding children’s health, behavior, and development. Maintains good communication with parents and makes each parent feel at ease at the Center. Adheres to all policies and procedures dictated by the Children’s Center, the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, and SACS to assure compliance for state certification and national accreditation. Light lifting. Other duties as required.

Early Childhood Teacher Occasional Duties

Attend staff orientation, staff meetings and family/center functions. Performs related duties as required.

Early Childhood Teacher Required Education and Experience

High school graduation or any equivalent combination of training and experience and eighteen months paid or volunteer early childhood (birth-five year olds) teaching experience in a PROFESSIONAL group setting.
May substitute a Bachelor’s degree and some experience, paid or voluntary in an early childhood group setting. Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certifications.
Requires ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Early Childhood Teacher Preferred Education and Experience