Child Caregiver Aide

Plano ISD; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano ISD is seeking an Employee Child Care Center/ Child Caregiver Aide to support Lead Caregivers in delivering age-appropriate activities within the campus childcare program in Illinois. The role requires a high school diploma, CPR/First Aid, and willingness to complete required training.

The position emphasizes reliability, clear communication with parents, and adherence to safety standards. Responsibilities include assisting with lesson plans, supervising classroom substitutes, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certificates.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and complete pre-service training within 90 days in licensed centers.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Caregiver in planning and carrying out classroom activities.
• Assist with age-appropriate curriculum and daily lesson plans.
• Supervise substitutes in the same classroom and monitor groups indoors and outdoors.
• Provide individual attention and positive guidance to help children develop self-discipline.
• Follow developmentally appropriate practices and collect developmental data.
• Maintain room and equipment and assist with daily housekeeping tasks related to activities.

Skills

Child care guidelines

Flexible hours

Communication skills

Organization/time management

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

• Position Type: Employee Child Care Center/ Child Caregiver Aide

Pay Grade: 213 (Min $15.23 Hourly) Work Days:187

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Acquire and maintain current CPR and first aid certificates

**Per the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, employees must attend a pre-service training (24 training hours) within 90 days of hire for new employees in licensed centers who have less than 2 years' experience in regulated child care; the 24 hours MUST be completed before the employee may be counted in the child/caregiver ratio. Must be 18 years of age or older.**

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of Texas child care guidelines and state licensing for child care facilities
• 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 and interpersonal skills
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and adaptability

Preferred Experience

• Childcare experience (preferred)

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist the Lead Caregiver in planning and carrying out classroom activities
• Assist with curriculum and daily lesson plans that are suitable for the child's age, stage, and personal interest
• Assist in supervising substitutes assigned to the same classroom
• Monitor and observe groups of children indoors and outdoors
• Ensure that each child receives individual attention
• Provide positive guidance to help children develop the ability to be self-disciplined
• Understand developmentally appropriate practices as well as growth and development of assigned age group
• Use developmental milestones as the primary means of gathering developmental data on child's growth
• Share the responsibility for the arrangement and maintenance of the room and equipment
• Perform daily housekeeping tasks related to certain activities of the program (i.e. meals, art activities, etc.)
• Observe and report any hazardous conditions of the building, grounds, or equipment to supervisors
• Communicate regularly with parents on children's daily charts including at annual parent conferences
• Maintain the care‑giving standards established by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and the standards set by the Academy of Early Childhood Programs
• Perform emergency evacuation procedures, administer medication and attend to the hygienic needs of children with ease
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children, parents and other staff
• Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisor
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
• Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Frequent stooping, bending, and walking while carrying an infant up to 25 lbs.; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds