BENEFITS: 4 paid days off, 2 per semester. 

1.  POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for developing and implementing an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child enrolled in a group, in accordance with Texas Preschool Performance Standards.

1.  RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

•  Meet regularly with age level Teachers and Assistant Teacher to develop weekly plans and activities.
•  Meet with Director to review curriculum plans and activities and evaluate program’s effectiveness.
•  Responsible for implementing of the Department of Family and Child Services Licensing and Preschool Standard, policies and procedures, regulations and guidelines in the day- to-day operation of an early childhood development center (3 years-5 years of age) including developmentally appropriate practices for a pre-school program.
•  Responsible for assisting with the implementation of developmental, behavioral, and sensory screenings within the scheduled mandated by regulations and performance standards.
•  Maintain records on each child’s progress and development for the purpose of planning and compliance with Preschool Standards.
•  Responsible for recording and record keeping of information required to document the growth and development of children.
•  Attend all staff meetings and in-service provided at the Center.
•  Review with staff the progress of each child and develop written plans to promote each child’s growth and development.
•  Work with Parent Coordinator in planning and participating in parent activities.
•  Responsible for coordinating and working closely with parents including and staff/parent conferences.
•  Help maintain facility in a safe and satisfactory condition.
•  Provide day-to-day supervision and support to teacher assistants, teacher aides, substitutes and volunteers, which include sharing daily program plans and discussing goals for children.
•  Assist the Center Director in providing orientation and training for new staff, substitutes and volunteers.
•  Work with classroom staff to plan and implement the daily program of activities based on principles of child development and in accordance with the program’s curriculum.
•  Set up and maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children.
•  Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self- esteem and self-discipline.
•  Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests and needs and use this information to facilitate learning and growth.
•  Establish a positive relationship with each child’s family and share information about the child’s day at the Center.
•  Help parents to understand the curriculum and find ways to involve parents in the daily program.
•  Conduct individual parent conferences at least twice a year to discuss each child’s growth and development.
•  Keep abreast of current knowledge in the field of Early Childhood Education.

1. QUALIFICATIONS:

•  High school diploma or GED.
• Early Childhood experience.
•  Ability to relate positively to young children, parents and staff.
•  Strong working knowledge of Preschool Performance Standards and
•  Prefer knowledge of Frog Street curriculum.
•  Demonstrate success in working as a member of a team.
•  Effective and strong communication skills (orally and written)
•  Demonstrated supervision skills

1. PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:

•  Be able to lift 25-30 lbs.
•  Be able to walk, squat/kneel, sit on floor, see, hear, speak with children to ensure children’s health and safety.

1. OTHER:

•  Documentation of Tuberculin-free condition
•  Criminal Background Check
• Must be a member of CrossRoads Church

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CrossRoads School
6901 E HWY 191 Frontage
Odessa, Texas 79762
Tel: (432) 368-2517
Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.