Employee Child Care Lead Caregiver - Adsy David Walker

Position Type:

Paraprofessional/Instructional Aide

Date Posted:

5/2/2023

Location:

Employee Child Care Center

Date Available:

July 2023

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Primary Purpose:

Responsible for providing instruction and assuring each child is well cared for and safe at the CISD Employee Child Care Center.

Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older

• Bilingual preferred

Education/Certification:

Per the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (TDFPS), new employees with less than 2 years' experience must:

• Obtain 24 hours of pre-service training within 90 days of hire to work in a licensed center (employees will not be compensated for pre-service hours)

• Complete 8 of the 24 hours of pre-service training hours before being counted in the child/caregiver ratio

• Have high school diploma, high school equivalent, or high school certificate of coursework completion as defined in Texas Education Code, §28.025(d)

• Acquire and maintain current CPR, First Aid and Food Handler's certificates

• Child Development Associates (CDA), Associates Degree in Early Childhood or closely related field or Valid Texas Education Aide Certificate…

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of TDFPS minimum standards for child-care centers

• Knowledge of developmental milestones of young children

• Ability to work flexible hours, be punctual and demonstrate a positive attitude

• Display good communication skills and ability to receive and follow directions

• Strong organizational, time management, interpersonal skills and enjoy being around children

• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and adaptability

• Ability to work with diverse populations

Experience:

• Experience in a licensed child care related fields required

• Two to three years' experience as a lead teacher preferred.

Salary:

Minimum $25,476 annually

Salary determination will be based on verified relevant work experience.