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The Early Learning Center at Lena Pope is accepting applications for an Early Learning Teacher with infants/toddlers. Interested candidates should email resume and submit an on-line application to applications@lenapope.org EOE

SUPERVISOR: Early Learning Center Director

POSITION FUNCTION:

Direct supervision of children:

• Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.

Student Engagement:

• Creatively and consistently engages children in learning that is individualized according to each child’s needs and treats each child with dignity and respect.  This includes ensuring that educational services are culturally and linguistically competent and responsive.

Assessment:

• Regularly observes and evaluates each child’s progress and shares findings and written reports to parents and director at least twice a year.

Education:

• Provides planned learning activities that facilitate and inspire the learning and development of children that are consistent with the curriculum model adopted by the ELC.

Mentoring of Early Learning Aides, Interns, and Volunteers:

• Communicates expectations, provides daily direction and role modeling of effective teaching practices and ensures that operations of the classroom are in accordance with state licensing standards.

Parent Engagement:

• Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns. Creates a parent friendly environment where parents are encouraged to participate in their child’s learning. Schedules parent conferences at least twice a year and is available to conference with parents as necessary.

Professionalism:

• Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope Home expectations.

Classroom Management/Environment:

• Maintains an organized classroom and schedule.  Is able to effectively manage classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors, reinforcing positive behaviors, and maintaining the positive esteem of children.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To be able to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field, Early Childhood Education or equivalent required.
• 2 years experience in ECEC or related field.
• Must possess knowledge of the following:
  • Developmental stages
  • Effective childcare discipline management
  • Appropriate parent and child communication
  • Effective classroom environments specific to ages/stages

REQUIREMENTS:

Personal Characteristics:  Patience, affection for children, flexibility, energy, organizational skills, ability to multi-task.

Communication:  Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing; ability to engage difficult children and parents; ability to present and share information/questions in a group setting

Mathematical Skills:  Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability:  Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral and schedule form.

Hearing:  Able to hear conversations in a loud environment/classroom; able to monitor verbal exchanges between children; able to discern important information.

Visual Abilities:  Ability to visually monitor children at all times and from reasonable distances; ability to read from books and other learning materials; ability operate office equipment and a motor vehicle; ability to see and hear within normal limits and close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Physical Abilities:  Ability to sit, stand and walk, use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, run after children, reach with hands and arms, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.

• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work extensively and for extended periods of time with children
• Able to successfully complete the Crisis Prevention and Intervention training utilized by the agency

Compliance:  Complies with TDFPS Minimum Standards and Lena Pope Home Policies and Procedures and all applicable federal, state, local, and contract agency laws, rules and regulations.

Vehicle Requirements:

• Own transportation that meets agency vehicle inspection requirements
• Valid driver’s license with no more than 3 points
• Proof of insurance that meets agency requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions.  The noise level in the center is usually high due to the number of children.  Employee may be required to change diapers, etc. and may encounter bodily fluids and must practice Universal Precautions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 LOCATION:

3620 Modlin Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76107

POSITION TITLE: Youth Group Facilitator  (Part-Time)

GROUP: School and Community Based Services

SUPERVISOR: Assistant Director of Community Based Services

POSITION FUNCTION: Responsible for the implementation of a facility-based program that will enhance student success by providing life skills training, character building, career assessment, substance use prevention, and linkage to community resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree with an accredited major in health and human services or liberal arts. Appropriate licensure preferred.
• Broad knowledge of social and emotional competencies.
• Experience working with at risk youth and families.
• Experience providing group facilitation preferred.
• Driver’s license required.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Able to organize, coordinate, and direct youth activities.
• Possess good judgement and decision-making skills.
• Able to use technical equipment such as a cell phone and personal computer for on-going communication.
• Willingness to perform duties within a school year schedule.
• Able to collaborate with other professionals.
• Able to relate well with others in a multi-cultural environment.

PRIMARY LOCATION:  3200 Sanguinet Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76107

POSITION TITLE: Family Therapist

SUPERVISOR: Assistant Director of Community Based Services

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for the implementation of a home or office-based program or service that will encourage clients/families to maintain cohesiveness and to preserve the family as a unit by providing crisis intervention, therapy, skills training, and linkage to community resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Educational/Certification:
  • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling, psychology, or other field related to health and human services. Appropriate licensure preferred. (LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A, LCDC)
  • Clinical knowledge of the DSM and disorders that impact children and youth.
  • Broad knowledge of community resources.
  • Experience working with at risk youth and families. Experience providing in-home services and group facilitation preferred.
  • Driver’s license required.
• Skills/Abilities:
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Bilingual Spanish preferred.
  • Excellent counseling and clinical ability.
  • Able to organize, coordinate, and direct service activities.
  • Possess good judgement and decision-making skills.
  • Able to use technical equipment such as a cell phone and personal computer for on-going communication
  • Willingness to perform within a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to collaborate with family members and other professionals.
  • Able to relate well with others in a multi-cultural environment.

• Other Requirements: Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter. Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable the employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by Lena Pope Policies and Procedures.

LOCATION:                 3200 Sanguinet Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76107

The Early Learning Center at Lena Pope is accepting applications for an Early Learning Aide. Interested candidates should email resume and submit an on-line application to applications@lenapope.org EOE

SUPERVISOR: Early Learning Center Director

POSITION FUNCTION:

Direct supervision of children:

• Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.

Student Engagement:

• Creatively and consistently assesses and engages children in learning.

Education:

• Assists in implementing planned learning activities that facilitate appropriate learning and the development of children.

Parent Engagement:

• Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) by providing information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns.

Professionalism:

• Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope Home expectations.

Classroom Management/Environment:

• Effectively manages classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors and reinforcing positive behaviors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in a child related field preferred; Early Childhood Education preferred
• Spanish speaking preferred
• A minimum of 6 months relevant experience serving early childhood population
• Ability to interact with clients and staff with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population

 LOCATION: 3200 Sanguinet Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107

3620 Modlin Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76107

The Early Learning Center at Lena Pope is accepting applications for an Early Learning Aide. Interested candidates should email resume and submit an on-line application to applications@lenapope.org EOE

SUPERVISOR: Early Learning Center Director

POSITION FUNCTION:

Direct supervision of children:

• Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.

Student Engagement:

• Creatively and consistently assesses and engages children in learning.

Education:

• Assists in implementing planned learning activities that facilitate appropriate learning and the development of children.

Parent Engagement:

• Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) by providing information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns.

Professionalism:

• Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope Home expectations.

Classroom Management/Environment:

• Effectively manages classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors and reinforcing positive behaviors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in a child related field preferred; Early Childhood Education preferred
• Spanish speaking preferred
• A minimum of 6 months relevant experience serving early childhood population
• Ability to interact with clients and staff with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population

 LOCATION: 3200 Sanguinet Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107

3620 Modlin Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76107

POSITION TITLE: Youth Group Facilitator  (Part-Time)

GROUP: School and Community Based Services

SUPERVISOR: Assistant Director of Community Based Services

POSITION FUNCTION: Responsible for the implementation of a facility-based program that will enhance student success by providing life skills training, character building, career assessment, substance use prevention, and linkage to community resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree with an accredited major in health and human services or liberal arts. Appropriate licensure preferred.
• Broad knowledge of social and emotional competencies.
• Experience working with at risk youth and families.
• Experience providing group facilitation preferred.
• Driver’s license required.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Able to organize, coordinate, and direct youth activities.
• Possess good judgement and decision-making skills.
• Able to use technical equipment such as a cell phone and personal computer for on-going communication.
• Willingness to perform duties within a school year schedule.
• Able to collaborate with other professionals.
• Able to relate well with others in a multi-cultural environment.

PRIMARY LOCATION:  3200 Sanguinet Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76107

POSITION TITLE: Family Therapist

SUPERVISOR: Assistant Director of Community Based Services

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for the implementation of a home or office-based program or service that will encourage clients/families to maintain cohesiveness and to preserve the family as a unit by providing crisis intervention, therapy, skills training, and linkage to community resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Educational/Certification:
  • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling, psychology, or other field related to health and human services. Appropriate licensure preferred. (LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A, LCDC)
  • Clinical knowledge of the DSM and disorders that impact children and youth.
  • Broad knowledge of community resources.
  • Experience working with at risk youth and families. Experience providing in-home services and group facilitation preferred.
  • Driver’s license required.
• Skills/Abilities:
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Bilingual Spanish preferred.
  • Excellent counseling and clinical ability.
  • Able to organize, coordinate, and direct service activities.
  • Possess good judgement and decision-making skills.
  • Able to use technical equipment such as a cell phone and personal computer for on-going communication
  • Willingness to perform within a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to collaborate with family members and other professionals.
  • Able to relate well with others in a multi-cultural environment.

• Other Requirements: Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter. Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable the employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by Lena Pope Policies and Procedures.

LOCATION:                 3200 Sanguinet Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76107

The Early Learning Center at Lena Pope is accepting applications for an Early Learning Teacher with infants/toddlers. Interested candidates should email resume and submit an on-line application to applications@lenapope.org EOE

SUPERVISOR: Early Learning Center Director

POSITION FUNCTION:

Direct supervision of children:

• Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.

Student Engagement:

• Creatively and consistently engages children in learning that is individualized according to each child’s needs and treats each child with dignity and respect.  This includes ensuring that educational services are culturally and linguistically competent and responsive.

Assessment:

• Regularly observes and evaluates each child’s progress and shares findings and written reports to parents and director at least twice a year.

Education:

• Provides planned learning activities that facilitate and inspire the learning and development of children that are consistent with the curriculum model adopted by the ELC.

Mentoring of Early Learning Aides, Interns, and Volunteers:

• Communicates expectations, provides daily direction and role modeling of effective teaching practices and ensures that operations of the classroom are in accordance with state licensing standards.

Parent Engagement:

• Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns. Creates a parent friendly environment where parents are encouraged to participate in their child’s learning. Schedules parent conferences at least twice a year and is available to conference with parents as necessary.

Professionalism:

• Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope Home expectations.

Classroom Management/Environment:

• Maintains an organized classroom and schedule.  Is able to effectively manage classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors, reinforcing positive behaviors, and maintaining the positive esteem of children.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To be able to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field, Early Childhood Education or equivalent required.
• 2 years experience in ECEC or related field.
• Must possess knowledge of the following:
  • Developmental stages
  • Effective childcare discipline management
  • Appropriate parent and child communication
  • Effective classroom environments specific to ages/stages

REQUIREMENTS:

Personal Characteristics:  Patience, affection for children, flexibility, energy, organizational skills, ability to multi-task.

Communication:  Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing; ability to engage difficult children and parents; ability to present and share information/questions in a group setting

Mathematical Skills:  Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability:  Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral and schedule form.

Hearing:  Able to hear conversations in a loud environment/classroom; able to monitor verbal exchanges between children; able to discern important information.

Visual Abilities:  Ability to visually monitor children at all times and from reasonable distances; ability to read from books and other learning materials; ability operate office equipment and a motor vehicle; ability to see and hear within normal limits and close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Physical Abilities:  Ability to sit, stand and walk, use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, run after children, reach with hands and arms, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.

• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work extensively and for extended periods of time with children
• Able to successfully complete the Crisis Prevention and Intervention training utilized by the agency

Compliance:  Complies with TDFPS Minimum Standards and Lena Pope Home Policies and Procedures and all applicable federal, state, local, and contract agency laws, rules and regulations.

Vehicle Requirements:

• Own transportation that meets agency vehicle inspection requirements
• Valid driver’s license with no more than 3 points
• Proof of insurance that meets agency requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions.  The noise level in the center is usually high due to the number of children.  Employee may be required to change diapers, etc. and may encounter bodily fluids and must practice Universal Precautions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 LOCATION:

3620 Modlin Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76107

The Early Learning Center at Lena Pope is accepting applications for an Early Learning Aide. Interested candidates should email resume and submit an on-line application to applications@lenapope.org EOE

SUPERVISOR: Early Learning Center Director

POSITION FUNCTION:

Direct supervision of children:

• Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.

Student Engagement:

• Creatively and consistently assesses and engages children in learning.

Education:

• Assists in implementing planned learning activities that facilitate appropriate learning and the development of children.

Parent Engagement:

• Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) by providing information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns.

Professionalism:

• Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope Home expectations.

Classroom Management/Environment:

• Effectively manages classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors and reinforcing positive behaviors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in a child related field preferred; Early Childhood Education preferred
• Spanish speaking preferred
• A minimum of 6 months relevant experience serving early childhood population
• Ability to interact with clients and staff with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population

 LOCATION: 3200 Sanguinet Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107

3620 Modlin Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76107

The Early Learning Center at Lena Pope is accepting applications for an Early Learning Aide. Interested candidates should email resume and submit an on-line application to applications@lenapope.org EOE

POSITION TITLE: Early Learning Aide (Part-Time)

SUPERVISOR: Early Learning Center Director

POSITION FUNCTION:

Direct supervision of children:

• Maintains constant visual and auditory monitoring and promotes a safe learning environment.

Student Engagement:

• Creatively and consistently assesses and engages children in learning.

Education:

• Assists in implementing planned learning activities that facilitate appropriate learning and the development of children.

Parent Engagement:

• Effectively communicates with parents (in verbal and written form) by providing information regarding program activities and child progress, behavior, successes and concerns.

Professionalism:

• Performs in a professional manner consistent with Lena Pope Home expectations.

Classroom Management/Environment:

• Effectively manages classroom behaviors by addressing negative behaviors and reinforcing positive behaviors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in a child related field preferred; Early Childhood Education preferred
• Spanish speaking preferred
• A minimum of 6 months relevant experience serving early childhood population
• Ability to interact with clients and staff with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population

 LOCATIONS: 3200 Sanguinet Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107

3620 Modlin Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76107