Teacher Lab Instructor HLGCC
TEACHER LAB INSTRUCTOR HLGCC
Midland College | Midland, Texas
JOB SUMMARY
The Children's Teacher/Lab Instructor will be responsible for the implementation of a developmentally appropriate early childhood classroom curriculum and the total daily physical care of young children ages 4 months to 5 years. Children's Teachers/Lab Instructors are responsible for the supervision in the classroom of lab students, work-study students, and collaboration with faculty in the implementation of college credit course lab assignments given to students of CDEC, psychology, and nursing. Classroom assignments are based on Center needs. Children's Teacher/Lab Instructors may be re-assigned to any classroom where needed.
ABOUT MIDLAND COLLEGE
At Midland College, we believe education transforms lives, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin, we serve dual-credit students, first-time-in-college learners, adult students, and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, business and industry, and community organizations, we make education accessible, prepare students for meaningful careers, and help shape the future of our region.
Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work, challenging ourselves to improve, and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better
Three Core Values define our culture
YES We embrace challenges with curiosity, optimism, and a solutions-oriented mindset
STUDENTS Student success is at the center of every decision we make
ACT We take ownership, move with purpose, and deliver meaningful results
We seek individuals who are adaptable, resilient, and energized by change. Our employees ask thoughtful questions, challenge the status quo, solve problems collaboratively, and continuously look for better ways to serve students. We work hard, think strategically, and hold ourselves accountable. We also believe great teams support one another, celebrate successes, and bring positivity, perspective, and a sense of humor to the workplace.
What You Can Expect at Midland College
- A leadership team committed to action, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- A Board of Trustees that values stewardship, innovation, and long-term vision
- A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities
- Meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, every single day
If you're passionate about making a difference, excited by growth and innovation, and ready to help students succeed while strengthening the Permian Basin, we invite you to join our team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Know, implement, and adhere to the Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards, Workforce Solutions Permian Basin Child Care Services criteria, Midland College Children's Center policies, and Midland College policies
- Dependability in attendance and adherence to all-time policies
- Have a positive job attitude, cooperative with parents, children, and staff, flexibility, willingness to accept change, and keep up with the current trends in the field of early childhood development
- Work collaboratively with co-teacher to implement developmentally appropriate classroom management, curriculum planning, interact and supervise children, including routines, feeding, and diapering
- Use appropriate guidance techniques and positive communication with children, parents, and staff daily
- Maintain up-to-date children's records, release, and emergency forms
- Light daily cleaning of classroom environment, disinfecting, changing linens, and doing light laundry
- Train and supervise work-study students, part-time employees, and lab students
- Responsible for recording children's progress through observation, written assessments, using Teaching Strategies Gold, and developing children's portfolios
- Conduct parent conferences in the Fall and Spring of each year to communicate progress
- Implement CCL health and safety standards, including keeping classrooms clean and orderly for fire and health standards inspections
- Complete 30 clock hours of early childhood training annually to meet CCL guidelines from date of hire
- Employees will be required to participate in staff development activities as requested
- Other duties as assigned