Child Care Worker (Pool) 25-26 SY

Childcare Learning Center; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Venus Independent School District Childcare Learning Center in Venus, Texas is seeking a dedicated Child Care Worker to support infants and children, assist in planning activities, and help maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment.

The position reports to the Child Care Director; requires a HS diploma or GED, good reading and communication skills, and prior childcare experience. Salary ranges from $17,480 to $28,120 per year; full-time, on-site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read and verbally communicate with children, staff, and parents
• Ability to work with groups of children in a positive manner
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Effective organizational and communication skills
• Ability to relate to children and adults with courtesy, respect, acceptance, compassion, and patience
• Some experience in an infant/childcare setting

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, preparing materials, and implementing daily learning activities for children
• Conduct age-appropriate activities for children in care including reading, crafts, and songs
• Observe and monitor children’s play
• Maintain a neat classroom and organize materials
• Clean and sanitize furniture, toys, and linens; sterilize bottles and prepare formulas; prepare snacks
• Help teacher keep administrative records and reports
• Supervise and ensure safety and security of children in the classroom and on outings
• Assist children with feeding, diapering, toileting, walking, and standing
• Follow safety procedures and maintain CPR/first aid certifications

Skills

Verbal communication

Group work with children

Organizational skills

Patience and empathy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Child Care Worker (Pool) 26-27 SY

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This job is also posted in ESC Region 11 District Consortium Job Board , and Venus Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 4892903
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Dec 04, 2024 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Child Care Worker Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Child Care Director Date Revised: 12-4-2024

Dept./School: Child Care

Primary Purpose:

Assist in implementing childcare programs and assuring that each child is well cared for and safe. Provide routine care for infants and children in an instructional setting.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to read and verbally communicate with children, staff, and parents

Ability to work with groups of children in a positive manner

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Effective organizational and communication skills

Ability to relate to children and adults with courtesy, respect, acceptance, compassion, and patience

Experience:

Some experience in an infant/childcare setting

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Assist in planning, preparing materials, and implementing daily learning activities for children.
• Conduct age-appropriate activities for children in care including but not limited to reading to children and teaching simple painting, drawing, crafts, and songs.
• Observe and monitor children’s play activities.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom including organizing and storing toys, materials, and personal items belonging to children.
• Clean and sanitize furniture, equipment, toys, and linens.
• Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas. Prepare snacks, ensuring safe handling of food for children.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.

Student Management

• Supervise and ensure safety and security of children in the classroom, on outings, and to and from outside play areas.
• Assist children with all physical functions such as feeding, diapering, toileting, walking, and standing.
• Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Observe and document developmental progress of children.

Safety

• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency protocols.
• Maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certifications.

Other

• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job performance and meet state childcare licensing standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard classroom and nursery equipment such as toys, playgrounds, multiple-rider strollers, etc. Personal computer and printer.

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking, climbing, lifting, balancing, and handing or moving materials

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; frequent exposure to bodily fluids

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress and self-control in the presence of children.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $17,480 to $28,120 Per Year

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Genaro Martinez
• 100 Student Dr
• Venus, Texas 76084
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]