Childcare Assistant

Homebase, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

30% discount on childcare

Year-end bonus

Professional development funding

Career advancement opportunities

Free meals

Flexible schedule

Job summary

My Little Team Texas in San Antonio, TX is seeking a floater to join our center of 18. The role is part-time and requires a current CDA; the floater supports teachers, leads activities, and helps maintain a safe, clean environment throughout the day.

You will bridge classrooms, share important information about children, adjust activities, and participate in professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Experience in a child care setting is a must.
• CDA certification is a plus.
• Ability to develop lesson plans that meet standards.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Must be able to lift, bend and stand for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work in various roles across the center.
• First Aid and CPR certified.
• Pre-service training within 24 hours.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor children's indoor and outdoor activities at all times.
• Keep records of children's routines and relay information to parents.
• Assist in food preparation and meal service.
• Maintain a clean and sterile environment.
• Create lesson plans and maintain a classroom schedule.
• Lead educational or recreational activities when needed.
• Assist in transitions between activities and classrooms.
• Share information about children's needs with staff.
• Be adaptable and ready to fill in where needed.
• Engage in professional development to stay current on best practices.

Skills

Self-motivated

Ambitious

Dependable

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Education

CDA certification

Job description

My Little Team Texas, located at 15415 Applewhite Rd Ste 102 in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a floater to join our dedicated team of 18. We are looking for a candidate who possesses a current CDA, is self-motivated, ambitious, and dependable. Floater positions can be part-time and involve working as needed throughout the Center. Responsibilities include assisting teachers and teacher assistants in various classrooms, leading activities, supervising children, and ensuring a safe environment. Floater teachers also play a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness by keeping classrooms and common areas tidy and organized for the children. Additionally, they serve as a bridge between different classrooms, sharing essential information about the children and facilitating smooth transitions throughout the day. It's important for the floater to obtain their CDA within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor children's indoor and outdoor activities at all times
• Keep records of children's progress, routines and interests and relaying needed information to parents
• Assist in preparing food and serving meals
• Maintain a clean and sterile environment
• Create Lesson Plans and maintain a classroom schedule
• Monitoring children during activities to ensure their safety, engagement, and well-being.
• Stepping in to lead educational or recreational activities when needed, ensuring that they are age-appropriate and engaging.
• Assisting in the transition of children between different activities or classrooms, ensuring a smooth and organized process
• Acting as a liaison between classrooms, sharing important information about children's needs, behaviors, and progress with other staff members.
• Being adaptable and ready to work in various roles across the center, filling in wherever assistance is needed most.
• Engaging in professional development opportunities and training sessions to enhance skills and stay updated on best practices in early childhood education.
• Developing positive relationships with children, parents, and staff, promoting a supportive and nurturing environment
• Following all center policies and regulations, including health and safety protocols, and ensuring that all interactions with children are positive and constructive.

Qualifications

• Experience in a child care setting is a must
• Child Development Associates a plus
• Ability to develop lesson plans that meet Texas Rising Star Standards
• Classroom Management Skills
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift, bend and stand
• Flexibility is a must
• First Aid and CPR certified
• 24 hour Pre-service training a must
• 1 year of experience in working in a daycare

Benefits

• Discounted Childcare of30 % off per child in care
• Receive a bonus after 1 year of employment based onemployee performance
• Professional Development: Payment for any training that will enhance your skills such as CDA or Director Training
• Career Advancement : Advancement within the daycare center such as moving into an assistant director, administrative roles that will enhance job security and growth. To employees that complete the necessary training and education for those positions.
• Free Meal:Breakfast, Lunch , Snack and Dinner while modeling for children
• Flexible Work Arrangements:flexible work schedule