At Upbring, we are servants on a mission to break the cycle of child abuse. We are warriors, brave as the thousands of Texas Children and families we serve. We stand up for those who can’t speak for themselves. We are a family who values innovation, empathy, patience, understanding and trustworthiness.
About Our Headstart Centers
Upbring Head Start Preschool provides a safe, inclusive place to learn, grow and thrive. The families receive support and services to complement the child’s education as the kindergarten transition nears.
What You'll Do
The Early Head Start Teacher is a year round position responsible for the planning, implementation, and administration of the Early Head Start programming for children ages infant through three, in accordance with the Child Care Minimum Standards, the Head Start performance standards, the Agency’s school readiness goals, and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. The Early Head Start Teacher is also responsible for overseeing and providing developmentally appropriate educational, relational, and social experiences for preschool children to foster growth and development in all developmental domains in a safe and caring environment.
Our Upbring staff members are servant-leaders on the pursuit of breaking the cycle of child abuse and empowering others to do the same through example while embodying our core values: We are Warriors. We are Servants. We are Family.
Responsibilities
We Are Warriors | We Set the Standards for Child Education
Work Standards
Actively supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities at all times to ensure their well-being, safety, and security
Administer developmental screenings, assessments, and ongoing evaluations to identify developmental and learning needs and develop individualized learning plans
Plan and implement classroom activities based on individual learning plans: ensure each child’s development, disabilities, curriculum, and performance standards are adhered to meet the Individual Education Plan (IEP)
Maintain classroom discipline using developmentally appropriate techniques
Builds a positive relationship with children which focuses on positive communication, appropriate physical proximity, respect, positive discipline, and guidance.
Protect all children from corporal punishment or other forms of child maltreatment or verbal abuse as a method of discipline.
Maintain cleanliness of classroom
Communication
Plan instructional activities, prepare teaching materials and compile/complete related reports as required, such as, but not limited to classroom activities, individual child observations, daily activity charts, and program records for the purpose of documenting child and family activities as prescribed in the work plan
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about their child's routines, needs, developmental opportunities, and daily activities (written and/or verbally)
Maintain up-to-date documentation, files, and records according to Upbring, Head Start Performance Standards, and local, state, and federal regulations
We Are Servants | We Help Others
Teamwork
Address mitigating concerns: inclusive but not limited to classroom management, behavior management, child health and safety, child development, and any other concerns requiring intervention
Observe and address challenging behaviors to determine cause and implement preventive measures, teach a new behavior, communication, and/or social skill to minimize or eliminate the behavior
We Are Family | We Are Passionate & Compassionate
Building Relationships
Participate in the development of an Individual Family Service Plan for children
Conduct parent-teacher conferences as needed or requested
Conduct home visits as outlined in Head Start Performance Standards
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements for an Early Head Start Teacher
High School Diploma or equivalent
CDA in Infant and Toddlers with a minimum of 15 credit hours of coursework in Early Child Development or Early Childhood
Preferred Requirements for an Early Head Start Teacher
Associate Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Development, or in a different field with a minimum of 15 credit hours in one of these fields of study.
3 years’ experience in Early Childhood Education
Experience with inclusion of children with disabilities
Knowledge of infant/toddler health and safety licensing requirements
Bilingual (English and Spanish) with the ability to fluently converse and write in Spanish (based on student population and service area), highly preferred
CPR/First Aid Certification
Abilities, Skills, & Knowledge for an Early Head Start Teacher
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement early childhood curriculum
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work and interact with diverse groups of people
Ability to build a positive rapport with children, parents/guardians, and team members
Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally, interact with all levels of management in a clear and concise manner
Strong computer skills; high proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Strong stress management, time management and organizational skills with the ability to pay close attention to detail
Ability to prioritize tasks and projects and meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication, including preparation of quality well written documents, reports, and correspondence
Ability to work independently and within a team; ability to take initiative with limited supervision
Strong computer skills; high proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Perks at Upbring
Competitive PTO & paid holidays
Health, dental, vision insurance & more!
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24/7 access to telemedicine and counseling services
Gym Memberships
Donated Leave Program
Emergency Assistance Program
Physical Demands & Work Conditions
This position requires frequent standing, walking, and speaking for long periods of time
Position works in a facility with and around children on a regular basis
Lift, push, pull, move up to 50 lbs.
The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus.
Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Belonging
We are a diverse and inclusive Organization that recognizes our strength is in the efforts of our selfless warriors. Honoring and recognizing the value and dignity of all individuals is the cornerstone of our agency. The more diverse the individuals, thought processes and lived experiences, the greater the opportunity is to combine unique perspectives to make a greater impact. Our trust, respect, and appreciation for one another is demonstrated through our communication, celebration of progress and relentless effort to be at our best TO FULLFILL OUR MISSION OF BREAKING THE CYCLE OF CHILD ABUSE.
Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status.
