Child Care Teacher

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

Locations:

• American Care Academy Oak Cliff: 530 R.L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75203
• American Care Academy Pleasant Grove: 1227 N Masters Dr suite 150, Dallas, TX 75217

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have 1-3 years experience working in a licensed childcare facility.
• Preferred: CDA, degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education

Benefits/Perks:

• Professional Development: Room for growth within the company
• Low child-to-teacher ratios
• Monthly classroom budget
• Weekly planning time
• Paid background check, CPR, First-Aid, & Food Handlers Permit
• Teacher Appreciation & Recognition: Surprise Gifts/Snacks

Pay Range: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Shift: 9:00AM - 6:00PM

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the children have good hygiene and changing diapers as necessary
• Develop a careful and creative program suitable for specific age groups of children
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (theatrical, storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach children
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, or colors, do crafts, etc.)
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are always safe.
• Track children's progress and report to parents
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background and psyche.
• Collaborate with other educators.
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards.
• Proficient Knowledge of Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards

Our Company:

American Care Academy is an Early Childhood Education Development Center with the mission to empower children through highly effective learning programs, social development, and community involvement. We understand that families are the primary educators. We aim to not only transform the lives of the children we teach, but also their families and our communities. We consistently instill our core values: Community, Clarity, Cooperation, Empowerment, Honesty, Mindset, and FUN. We are big on interactions and personality, therefore we are looking for individuals who are not afraid to let their personality shine, someone who's willing to come in every day and put on a show and throw a party for the children whenever necessary and make them feel special and loved. The ideal candidate is creative, helpful, kind, a team player, and unafraid to work hard and have fun! Work somewhere where you feel valued and acknowledged if you want to be your best self. From building ties with kiddos in the classroom to understanding coworkers, you'll love waking up for your career every day.

Why Work For Us?

Do you prioritize qualities like excitement, cooperation, and encouragement in a job? To help your career and impact soar, take advantage of a workplace and team that recognize your specialness, talents, and skills.

Exceptional Management & Leadership You'll Love

What makes you want to work for a top management group? You will learn things to help your career and enjoy the wonderful work-life balance and friendly atmosphere you walk into daily.

Skyrocket Your Career

Take advantage of chances for paid training, professional development, and growth within the organization that is available for career advancement. Get the help you need to advance in the way you deserve. Join a team that feels like family and enjoys flexible hours and an incredible work-life balance before it's too late! Compensation: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour American Care Academy is a proud community leader with nationally and state-recognized accreditations from the Association of Early Learning Leaders and a 4-star rating from Texas Rising Star. New team members partner with an established fellow team member to learn how best to fulfill their role as an early education specialist, to get to know the families we serve, and quickly grow from newbie to expert.

Each center is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the center, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of each center. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the center location, and not to Grow Your Center Corporate.