Jobs in Edinburg, TX

About the role

The Floater Infant and Toddler Teacher will support teachers to promote and develop the infant and toddler in the social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and linguistic growth and development of infants and toddlers. They ensure learning environments are nurturing spaces that support the development of all children by providing responsive care giving in a well- organized and managed environment. Provide an educational and development focused environment and are responsible for age-appropriate classroom management. They build strong relationships with families by supporting parent-child relationships that are key to children's healthy development, school readiness, and well-being. The Floater Teacher is assigned to a classroom and the assignments change according to the center’s need.

What you'll bring

• The ideal candidate for our program is self-motivated and dedicated person who is excited and passionate about helping infants, toddlers, and families grow in development and in education.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish).
• Basic computer skills.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License, Personal Vehicle and Liability Insurance required.
• In states in which public transportation is utilized a valid state ID is required.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credentialed in Infant and Toddler (current)
• Associate Degree, or other qualifying education in Child Development, Early childhood Education, or similar
• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards.
• What You’ll Be Doing
• Be familiar with and adhere to the Head Start Program Performance Standards, State of Texas licensing requirements, and agency’s policies and procedures.
• Maintain an open, friendly, professional relationship with all staff and families, to include respect for culture, diversity, and ethnicity.

Benefits