Salary: $15.86 Hourly Location : 5904 West Drive Unit 6 & 7 Laredo, TX Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: FY24-00129 Department: Head Start Opening Date: 01/15/2025 Closing Date: 8/12/2025 5:00 PM Central

Job Summary

Reposted: 08/05/2025

The employee is under the supervision of the Area Service Manager. The employee is responsible for planning and implementing learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children, improving school readiness through phonemic awareness, use of language, complex vocabulary, appreciation of books, understanding of early math, science, problem-solving, and approaches to learning. He/she must maintain a safe, healthy learning environment, and support the social/emotional development of children. The teacher must adhere to all Federal, State, and local regulations, Head Start Performance Standards, Child Care Licensing Requirements, and the Webb County Head Start vision, mission, and goals. Major Duties

Supervises children at all times. Plans and implements children's individual needs and strengths and utilizes them for classroom instruction. Creates and maintains a classroom environment that supports learning. Maintains adequate teaching materials and facilitates children's active exploration of material, activities, and environment. Models best practices and teaches strategies based on children's individual needs and the Head Start Performance Standards. Uses positive approaches to guide children's behavior toward active involvement in learning and the development of self-discipline. Maintains communication with the children's parents including two annual home visits per family. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrate knowledge of Webb County Head Start's mission, goals, policies, and procedures. Demonstrate knowledge of Head Start's Performance Standards, Early Learning Outcomes, and other regulatory requirements. Responsible for opening the classroom by 7:45am. Support ASMs in the supervision of their teacher assistants and supportive staff for the provision of quality services. Maintain communication with parents and assist in meeting parent's needs in each of the Head Start program content areas. Prepare and/or submit required reports/documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Promote parent involvement activities. Administer required screenings and assessments. Attend staff development activities as directed for his/her professional development and growth. Perform other related assigned duties. Must maintain all local, state, and federal guidelines for position on an annual basis. Must be able to speak, read, and write both English and Spanish. Minimum Qualifications Associate degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development. Be bilingual; able to speak, read, and write English and Spanish. Experience in a similar position working with pre-school aged children. Must have a current CPR and First Aid Certification. Must have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with children, their family members, co-workers, other program staff and the general public. Must have good computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft programs.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands/Work Environment Occasionally Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces. Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business. Working in low temperatures. Working in high temperatures. Working in noisy environments. Working small and/or enclosed spaces. Working in adverse environmental conditions is expected. Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds. Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.

Constantly Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Adjusting or moving objects up to 30-40 pounds in all directions. Communicating with others to exchange information. Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Other Requirements/Information Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this job. Pre-employment drug/alcohol and criminal background checks are required. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's license and be insurable, a MVR is required. Must have a clear TB and physical examination before the first day of employment. Must have no criminal record or criminal charges pending. This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, is subject to all other Webb County policies and Webb County Head Start addendum. Valid Texas Driver's License* *If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment. Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees. Please visit the Risk Management website for more details. The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Wellness Program Life Insurance Ancillary products Employee Assistance Program* Employee Clinic* Vacation and sick leave Accrual rates increase based on years of service

Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays Retirement benefits (TCDRS)** *Available to ALL employees **Available to Permanent Part-Time employees 01

Do you have an Associate Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education? Yes No

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Do you possess a valid and current Texas driver's license? Yes, I have a valid and current Texas driver's license. Yes, I have a valid and current out-of-state driver's license. No, I do not have a valid or current Texas driver's license.

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Are you a current employee of the Head Start department? Yes No

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Please provide your employee ID number. 05

Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable) Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire. No, I would not be able to provide required documentation.

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