Job Description

Kids ‘R’ Kids of Liberty Field, a nationally accredited NAEYC, Cognia, and 4-Star Texas Rising Star learning academy, is looking for animated, structured, and creative teachers for our preschool and Advanced Pre-K programs.

The ideal teacher would enjoy actively participating in a child’s social, emotional, and intellectual development, possess strong multi-tasking and organizational skills, and have a love for creatively executing curriculum and other fun activities.

Preschool and Advanced Pre-K teachers will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining a clean, safe, and loving environment, communicate clearly and professionally with parents/guardians, work cooperatively with co-teachers and other faculty, and perform tasks according to Kids ‘R’ Kids Policies & Procedures, The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, and The Child Care Licensing agency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or Accredited General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Must posses a Child Development Associate (CDA) or higher from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Child & Family Studies, Child Psychology, and/or Education
• One (1) year of qualifying teaching experience preferably in an early childhood setting
• Provide any additional forms/information required by the child care regulatory agency or Kids ‘R’ Kids – Liberty Field
• Meet minimum requirements set by the state child care regulatory agency for the position of Preschool Teacher
• Must have satisfactory outcome of background and fingerprinting check prior to starting employment
• Current certification in CPR/First Aid or the ability to obtain certification
• Demonstrate the ability to handle crisis situations, especially where children are involved and to respond immediately to any emergency situation
• Willingness to attend and/or participate in continued training/education as required by the child care regulatory agency or this school

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Skill in working with diverse groups of students and families
• Ability to demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job.
• Proper attire
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Lifts 5-10 lbs. frequently, 10-50 lbs. occasionally, and more than 50 lbs. infrequently.
• Moderate running, walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, bending and twisting.
• Subject to visual acuity, speech/hearing, hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity to perform the essential functions.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying climate conditions.
• May be required under special circumstances to provide physical restraint of students in danger of causing harm to themselves and/or others.

Teacher Certification or CDA a Plus

$15.00 or higher depending on applicant’s credential and experience.