CDC Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

POSITION SUMMARY

The Child Development Center (CDC) Teacher is responsible for implementing procedures required by the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) for operating a Type III early learning center. This position plans, develops, and executes developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities that promote the cognitive, social-emotional, language, physical, and creative development of children.

CDC Teachers may serve in one of three role tiers — Infant Teacher, Classroom Teacher, or Lead Teacher — and are expected to collaborate across classrooms to ensure staffing continuity, licensing compliance, and consistent child supervision. All teachers must utilize age-appropriate practices aligned with LDOE Bulletin 137 and the developmental needs of the assigned age group.

 
MISSION ALIGNMENT

All Providence House employees are expected to embody the organization’s mission — to move families from homelessness to independence — and demonstrate the core values of compassion, accountability, excellence, and collaboration in all aspects of their work.

 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Curriculum & Instruction

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with LDOE Bulletin 137 and center curriculum standards (including STEAM integration where applicable).
• Facilitate daily activities that support cognitive, language, social-emotional, fine motor, and gross motor development.
• Input and maintain TS Gold documentation for assigned children (Objectives 1–30).
• Turn in lesson plans promptly for Director review and approval.
• Follow the daily schedule established by the CDC Director.

Classroom Management & Child Supervision

• Provide continuous and active supervision of children at all times.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and readiness.
• Implement positive guidance and discipline techniques according to center policy.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, including incident/accident reports and daily observation logs.

Licensing Compliance & Cross-Classroom Support

• Comply with all policies set forth by the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) in alignment with Bulletin 137, utilizing age-appropriate practices tailored to the specific developmental needs of the assigned age group.
• Ensure classroom compliance with Type III licensing regulations and CACFP requirements where applicable.
• Support and assist in other CDC classrooms as assigned to maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios and operational continuity.
• Adapt instructional and supervision methods appropriately when assisting across different developmental age groups.
• Collaborate with Lead Teachers, Infant Teachers, and support staff to promote a unified center-wide approach.

Family Engagement & Communication

• Communicate daily with parents regarding children’s experiences and development.
• Complete required daily logs (including infant-specific documentation when applicable).
• Encourage family engagement in child development and center activities.

Professionalism & Team Collaboration

• Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude toward children, parents, and staff.
• Attend required continuing education workshops and professional development sessions.
• Maintain appropriate dress code and professional conduct.
• Demonstrate flexibility, teamwork, and commitment to Providence House’s mission.

ROLE TIERS 

Lead Teacher Responsibilities (When Assigned)

• Oversee classroom management and curriculum planning.
• Guide and mentor assistant or support teachers.
• Ensure lesson plan approval and classroom readiness.
• Support compliance documentation and classroom audits.

Infant Teacher Responsibilities (When Assigned)

• Maintain infant daily information logs.
• Follow CACFP infant meal regulations.
• Sanitize cribs, toys, bottles, and feeding equipment daily.
• Support infant-specific developmental milestones and nurturing routines.