Education Specialist
Company: Childcare Group
Location: Dallas
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Make an Impact as an Education Specialist As an Education
Specialist, you will be responsible for the educational component
of Head Start classrooms, including overseeing developmental
screenings and the on-going assessment process, mentoring/coaching
and teacher training; evaluating classroom environments,
facilitating parent interactions as needed, implementation of
continuity of care, assisting teachers with classroom behavior
strategies and children transitioning from the program, and
integration of the Office of Head Start Performance Standards for
the education content area. In this position, you will provide
teacher support for the completion of lesson plans, Child
Assessments, Portfolios, Home Visits, Parent Conferences,
Transition Folders, Field Trip Forms, etc. Additionally, you will
train new teachers on the agency's guidelines for implementation of
a high-quality early childhood program as outlined in the CCG
teacher handbook. Why work for ChildCareGroup? Founded in 1901,
ChildCareGroup's (CCG) mission is to champion a strong early
childhood system that teaches children and parents, trains early
childhood professionals, and assists families. ChildCareGroup
believes that children do better as their parents do better. When
families thrive, communities succeed. ChildCareGroup offers a
generous benefits package including Paid Parental Leave, (12)
Company Holidays, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental,
Vision and more! Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
Supervises the teaching staff and assists Center Manager in hiring
new staff for vacant positions. Provides on going mentoring and
coaching for teachers at assigned centers and models effective
teaching behavior through demonstration lessons in the classroom.
Participates in the design and implementation of staff development
training based on assessment data, classroom observations and
Office of Head Start, NAEYC and TX Minimum Standards requirements,
and best practices. Maintains appropriate documentation of training
provided for teachers throughout the school year. Provides ongoing
training for teachers and other Support Staff at assigned centers
on Wellness Wednesdays and as scheduled throughout the school year.
Also provides training and updates on applicable federal, state,
local program standards, policies, and CCG guidelines that will
promote program quality. Ensures that each staff member records and
maintains required documentation for licensing and Head Start
purposes and shares this documentation with the Center Managers.
Assists teachers in preparation and completion of the requirements
for CDA/CDA renewal or continuing education upon request. Ensures
that child assessments are conducted in a timely and accurate
manner. Responsible for analyzing child assessment data on a
classroom and center level and using that information to inform
professional development plans. Reviews education records and
portfolios of all children in assigned centers quarterly to ensure
they are current and compliant (Home Visits, Parent Conference
forms, and screening results for all children). Uses this data to
inform professional development plans and program policies. Ensures
teaching staff adheres to all program timelines as outlined in the
CCG Teacher Handbook and Performance Standards. Facilitates the
CLASS observation of each classroom and uses that data to inform
professional development and teacher performance reviews. Reviews
lesson plans for compliance and best practices. Conducts classroom
observations for monitoring and mentoring. Participates as an
integral part of the administration team at the center. Maintains
effective and positive collaborations with the Center Manager to
ensure classroom quality and successful teacher performance and
interactions with students. Serves in a leadership role in the
absence of the Center Manager; assignments are made by the Center
Manager in accordance with the Minimum Standards. Participates in
staffing as needed to assist children experiencing challenges,
serving as the early education expert. Attends professional
development trainings and conferences for personal and professional
growth at least twice per school year. Assists in the inventory of
and requests for equipment and supplies. Participates in the entry
and classroom placement process for children enrolled in the
program. Shares responsibility of setting up classrooms for daily
activities. Ensures that daily sanitation standards are maintained.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Education and
Experience Bachelors degree in Child Development, Early Childhood
Education, Psychology, Family and Human Development and with 30
hours of Early Childhood Education At least three years teaching in
an early childhood setting required At least two years supervisory
experience preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CLASS
instrument/training and training early childhood staff/adult
learners required. Travel and Compliance Must have a valid Texas
driver's license if applicable Driving record must comply with
CCG's automobile insurance carrier requirements Must have liability
insurance coverage and reliable personal transportation Ability to
travel locally or out of town as required Mileage reimbursement is
offered when applicable Must successfully meet all compliance
background check requirements required for federal funding
throughout employment Must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19
Physical Demands Work requires normal physical effort with minimal
lifting requirements of items weighing 25 pounds or less Visual
attention Manual dexterity/coordination ChildCareGroup's Generous
Health and Wellness Benefits Paid Parental Leave Short-Term,
Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance at no cost Medical,
Dental, and Vision Insurance Telemedicine at no cost 401(k) with a
company match Paid Time Off 12 Paid Company Holidays And more!
Become a part of the team that supports the education and
assistance of over 50,000 lives per year in Texas! ChildCareGroup
is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Keywords: Childcare Group, Dallas , Education Specialist, Education / Teaching , Dallas, Texas
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