ChildCareGroup
Texas Rising Star Mentor
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ChildCareGroup
Embark on a rewarding career as a Texas Rising Star Mentor and help early learning programs achieve and sustain quality improvement.
Overview Texas Rising Star is a voluntary quality rating and improvement system (QRIS) for Early Learning Programs participating in the Texas Workforce Commission’s (TWC) subsidized childcare program. TRS provides a systematic approach to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in Early Learning Programs. By participating in TRS, Early Learning Programs engage in continuous quality improvement. The TRS Mentor will provide practice‑based coaching, personalized support, and other mentoring services to programs within the service area. Extensive travel (≈80%) across the workforce delivery area is required, with 20% in‑office and remote work. Scheduling flexibility (including occasional weekends and Saturdays) is required.
Why work for ChildCareGroup? Founded in 1901, ChildCareGroup’s mission is to champion a strong early childhood system that teaches children and parents, trains early childhood professionals, and assists families. They believe children do better as their parents do better, and that 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 insurance, Telemedicine, and more.
Responsibilities
Provides ongoing mentoring, thorough observations, and evaluations to:
Assist pre‑star Early Learning Programs in achieving initial TRS certification;
Support star‑rated Early Learning Programs in driving sustained change, self‑directed quality improvement, and the operation of high‑quality programs.
Provides Practice‑Based Coaching and Technical Assistance using data, SMART goal‑setting, and Continuous Quality Improvement Plans to help programs improve. This includes, but is not limited to: assistance understanding the TRS tool, understanding teacher‑child interaction tools such as CLASS and LENA Grow (where applicable), and participation in Professional Learning Community sessions.
Collaborates with the Quality Initiatives Unit to support programs’ professional development needs by providing resources, recommending trainings, and facilitating high‑quality training.
Provides guidance for grant opportunities by communicating available opportunities, assisting with the application process, and assisting with implementation of materials and/or equipment.
Acquires 36 annual hours of Texas Rising Star professional development trainings as mandated by Texas Workforce Commission.
Maintains certification as a Non‑Registered or Registered Texas Trainer and all CLASS observer reliabilities.
Completes all required documentation related to mentoring within required timeframes.
Meets assigned benchmarks, timelines, and goals on a consistent basis.
Attends regularly scheduled events and meetings with ChildCareGroup staff and community partners as required.
Participates in group efforts to recruit and retain programs for TRS.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college/university in early childhood education, child development, special education, child psychology, educational psychology, elementary education or family consumer science; or
Bachelor’s degree with at least 18 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, child psychology, educational psychology, elementary education or family consumer science and at least 12 credit hours in child development; or
Associate degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, child psychology, educational psychology, elementary education or family consumer science with two years of experience as a director in an early childhood program, with preference for an accredited or Texas Rising Star certified provider;
Minimum of 3 years employment experience in childcare/early childhood setting, including 1 year of full‑time early childhood classroom experience in a childcare, Early Head Start, or PreK‑through‑third‑grade school program;
Experience using assessment tools such as ITERS, ECERS, CLI Engage, and Texas Rising Star preferentially;
CLASS observer certification in Infant, Toddler, and/or PreK preferred;
Knowledge of adult learning styles, how to identify learning styles, strengths, needs, and goals;
Knowledge of Conscious Discipline or other behavioral guidance techniques preferred;
Knowledge of curricula implementation (e.g., Frog Street Press, The Creative Curriculum, Big Day, HighScope) preferred;
Knowledge of Texas Early Childhood Professional Development System (TECPDS) preferred;
Knowledge of Texas Child Care licensing regulations preferred;
Experience and ability to communicate using technology and virtual platforms including Outlook, PowerPoint, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.;
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with coworkers and community partners;
Demonstrates effective public speaking skills for recruiting and retention efforts;
Demonstrates exceptional oral, written, active listening, and interpersonal communication skills;
Possesses efficient organizational and time‑management skills to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously;
Ability to analyze problems and identify appropriate solutions;
Commit to upholding ChildCareGroup’s mission, vision, and core values;
Maintain confidentiality consistently – internal information, TWC information, and WFS communications are prohibited unless authorized; early learning program plans are highly confidential.
Travel and Compliance Requirements
Must have a valid Texas driver’s license if applicable;
Driving record must comply with ChildCareGroup’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 for federal funding throughout employment.
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!
ChildCareGroup is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industries Non‑profit Organizations
Location & Salary Irving, TX – $90,000.00 – $115,000.00 (2 days ago)
Dallas‑Fort Worth Metroplex – $68,000.00 – $72,000.00 (2 weeks ago)
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ChildCareGroup
Embark on a rewarding career as a Texas Rising Star Mentor and help early learning programs achieve and sustain quality improvement.
Overview Texas Rising Star is a voluntary quality rating and improvement system (QRIS) for Early Learning Programs participating in the Texas Workforce Commission’s (TWC) subsidized childcare program. TRS provides a systematic approach to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in Early Learning Programs. By participating in TRS, Early Learning Programs engage in continuous quality improvement. The TRS Mentor will provide practice‑based coaching, personalized support, and other mentoring services to programs within the service area. Extensive travel (≈80%) across the workforce delivery area is required, with 20% in‑office and remote work. Scheduling flexibility (including occasional weekends and Saturdays) is required.
Why work for ChildCareGroup? Founded in 1901, ChildCareGroup’s mission is to champion a strong early childhood system that teaches children and parents, trains early childhood professionals, and assists families. They believe children do better as their parents do better, and that 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 insurance, Telemedicine, and more.
Responsibilities
Provides ongoing mentoring, thorough observations, and evaluations to:
Assist pre‑star Early Learning Programs in achieving initial TRS certification;
Support star‑rated Early Learning Programs in driving sustained change, self‑directed quality improvement, and the operation of high‑quality programs.
Provides Practice‑Based Coaching and Technical Assistance using data, SMART goal‑setting, and Continuous Quality Improvement Plans to help programs improve. This includes, but is not limited to: assistance understanding the TRS tool, understanding teacher‑child interaction tools such as CLASS and LENA Grow (where applicable), and participation in Professional Learning Community sessions.
Collaborates with the Quality Initiatives Unit to support programs’ professional development needs by providing resources, recommending trainings, and facilitating high‑quality training.
Provides guidance for grant opportunities by communicating available opportunities, assisting with the application process, and assisting with implementation of materials and/or equipment.
Acquires 36 annual hours of Texas Rising Star professional development trainings as mandated by Texas Workforce Commission.
Maintains certification as a Non‑Registered or Registered Texas Trainer and all CLASS observer reliabilities.
Completes all required documentation related to mentoring within required timeframes.
Meets assigned benchmarks, timelines, and goals on a consistent basis.
Attends regularly scheduled events and meetings with ChildCareGroup staff and community partners as required.
Participates in group efforts to recruit and retain programs for TRS.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college/university in early childhood education, child development, special education, child psychology, educational psychology, elementary education or family consumer science; or
Bachelor’s degree with at least 18 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, child psychology, educational psychology, elementary education or family consumer science and at least 12 credit hours in child development; or
Associate degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, child psychology, educational psychology, elementary education or family consumer science with two years of experience as a director in an early childhood program, with preference for an accredited or Texas Rising Star certified provider;
Minimum of 3 years employment experience in childcare/early childhood setting, including 1 year of full‑time early childhood classroom experience in a childcare, Early Head Start, or PreK‑through‑third‑grade school program;
Experience using assessment tools such as ITERS, ECERS, CLI Engage, and Texas Rising Star preferentially;
CLASS observer certification in Infant, Toddler, and/or PreK preferred;
Knowledge of adult learning styles, how to identify learning styles, strengths, needs, and goals;
Knowledge of Conscious Discipline or other behavioral guidance techniques preferred;
Knowledge of curricula implementation (e.g., Frog Street Press, The Creative Curriculum, Big Day, HighScope) preferred;
Knowledge of Texas Early Childhood Professional Development System (TECPDS) preferred;
Knowledge of Texas Child Care licensing regulations preferred;
Experience and ability to communicate using technology and virtual platforms including Outlook, PowerPoint, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.;
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with coworkers and community partners;
Demonstrates effective public speaking skills for recruiting and retention efforts;
Demonstrates exceptional oral, written, active listening, and interpersonal communication skills;
Possesses efficient organizational and time‑management skills to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously;
Ability to analyze problems and identify appropriate solutions;
Commit to upholding ChildCareGroup’s mission, vision, and core values;
Maintain confidentiality consistently – internal information, TWC information, and WFS communications are prohibited unless authorized; early learning program plans are highly confidential.
Travel and Compliance Requirements
Must have a valid Texas driver’s license if applicable;
Driving record must comply with ChildCareGroup’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 for federal funding throughout employment.
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!
ChildCareGroup is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industries Non‑profit Organizations
Location & Salary Irving, TX – $90,000.00 – $115,000.00 (2 days ago)
Dallas‑Fort Worth Metroplex – $68,000.00 – $72,000.00 (2 weeks ago)
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