CHILD DEVELOPMENT LAB ASSISTANT POOL

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College Center for Early Learning in Corpus Christi, TX, seeks candidates to join the CHILD DEVELOPMENT LAB ASSISTANT POOL. This is a part-time, non-exempt position designed to support the lab and child care center operations.

Responsibilities include assisting with front desk duties, monitoring student and parent flow, and supporting early childhood observations. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications and provide transcripts and certifications as required.

Qualifications

• Twelve (12) college credit hours in Child Development or Early Education.
• Six (6) months experience in a licensed early childhood program (0-5 years).
• Current Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certification (documentation required before first day).
• Negative TB Test (documentation required before first day).

Responsibilities

• Monitor front desk activities to assist students and parents entering/exiting the child care center.
• Assist and/or guide students enrolled in Child Development courses requiring early childhood classroom observations.
• Assist with front desk clerical responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Professional communication

Confidentiality

Education

Twelve college credit hours in Child Development/Early Education

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a Labor Intensive position which requires a drug and physical exam for employment as well as receipt of a Negative TB Test.

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill Part-Time/Adjunct assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PT851

Job Title

Job Title CHILD DEVELOPMENT LAB ASSISTANT POOL

Department

Department Center for Early Learning

Position Type

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Employment Status Part-Time

Open Date

Open Date 11/12/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide support services for the Child Development/Early Childhood Program and the Center for Early Learning.

Minimum Qualifications

Twelve (12) college credit hours in Child Development or Early Education.

Six (6) months experience in a licensed early childhood program (ages 0-5 years).

Current Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certification (documentation of current certification is required prior to first day of employment).

Negative TB Test (documentation of current certification is required prior to first day of employment) .

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of Minimum Standards of Child Care Centers.

Knowledge of principles and practices of high quality early childhood programs.

Ability to communicate professionally with students, staff, parents and Del Mar College faculty.

Maintaining confidentiality of children and staff information.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree in Child Development/Early Childhood.

One year experience in a NAEYC accredited early childhood program.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024-2029, Guiding Star III : Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Monitoring front desk activities to facilitate students and parents entering and/or exiting the child care center.

Job Duty

Assisting and/or guiding students enrolled in Child Development courses requiring early childhood classroom observations.

Job Duty

Assisting with front desk clerical responsibilities as needed.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * This is a Labor Intensive position which requires a drug and physical exam for employment. Do you remain interested in the position?
  • Yes.
  • No.
• * This position requires a negative TB Test for employment. Do you remain interested in the position?
  • Yes.
  • No.
• * Do you have twelve (12) college credit hours in Child Development or Early Education?
  • I have at least twelve (12) credit hours in Child Development or Early Education (Submission of Transcript is Required).
  • No.
• * Do you have at least six (6) months experience in a licensed early childhood program (ages 0-5 years).
  • Yes.
  • No.
• * Do you have a current Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certification (documentation of current certification is required prior to first day of employment)?
  • Yes (Submission of certification is recommended).
  • Can obtain and provide documentation of certification prior to first day of employment.
  • No.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Transcripts
• Certification(s)

Optional Documents

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.