Childcare Giver

Corpus Christi Independent School District; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Corpus Christi Independent School District seeks an Early Care Educator Paraprofessional II for its Child Education Center. You will create age-appropriate lesson plans, supervise children, and report progress to families. Excellent communication with parents and staff is essential.

You will work under the Early Care Director, maintain a safe environment, and travel between CCISD centers to support daily operations and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CDA preferred.
• CPR, First Aid and Food Handler permit preferred.
• Basic computer and office software proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with parents and staff with tact and confidentiality.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
• Provide safe, healthy learning environments indoors and outdoors.
• Travel daily between CCISD Child Education Centers as needed.
• Assist the Early Care Director and maintain compliance with regulations.

Skills

Basic computer operations

Basic word processing

Basic data archiving

Basic email

Basic use of student/financial mgmt

Technology ethics/Use policy

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA preferred

CPR/First Aid/ Food Handler permit

Job description

Education/Certification Required:

• High school graduate or GED certificate
• Preferred: CDA
• CPR. First Aid and Food Handlers Permit

Technology Proficiency:

• Basic computer operations
• Basic work processing
• Basic data archiving
• Basic e-mail
• Basic use of job-related student and or financial management system
• CCISD Acceptable Use Policy and Technology Ethics/Etiquette

Experience Required:

• Proven performance in position with similar responsibilities
• Minimum of two-year professional childcare experience in a licensed facility
• Preferred: Experience in the field of early childhood

Function

Under the direct supervision of the Early Care Director, the Early Care Educator Paraprofessional II is responsible for providing a safe and nurturing environment for children enrolled in the Child Education Center. The early care educator must have knowledge of child development and be able to create age-appropriate lesson plans and activities. They must also communicate effectively with parents and be able to assess and report on each child's progress. Early care educators will maintain a good rapport with parents, grandparents, principals, assistant principals, administrative personnel, co-workers, and the public. The early care educator will assist the early care director in other functions to maintain compliance and the orderly operation of the Child Education Center and compliance with state regulations.

Reports To:

Early Care Director

Responsibilities:

• Communicate with student parents and staff, demonstrating tact, understanding, and compassion always, while maintaining confidentiality and ensuring proper and accurate documentation concerning incidents/complaints within the childcare center.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for all classroom functions using program curriculum.
• Provide experiences for all children that promote exploration, problem solving, creativity and a sense of self and belonging.
• Maintain a safe, and healthy learning environment both indoors and outdoors.
• Encourage the involvement of families in the classroom and all activities of the children.
• Willing and able to work as part of a team.
• Physically able to bend, lift, reach, and endure sustained physical activity throughout the day.
• Willing to receive instruction from the Early Care Director and the CCISD District's Center Supervisor.
• Good judgment regarding communication/non-communication of confidential child, parent and employee information.
• Able to travel daily from one CEC to another within the district.
• Performs entry and exit health checks with parents as children arrive and depart at the beginning/end of the day.
• Know, understand the purposes of Child Care Regulations, Texas Rising Star criteria and local guidelines for childcare centers and adheres to all requirements.
• Know and adhere to all regulations related to nutrition and documentation of all meals served to children as set forth by the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
• Conducts assessment of all children's developmental progress, uses that information for the planning of activities and shares the accomplishments and goals with families.
• Completes and maintains a record of 30 clock hours annually of professional development (CPR and First Aid and Food Handler's Permit do not count toward the 30 hours).
• Supervises assigned children at all times.
• Reports suspected abuse or neglect to the Texas Department of Family Protective Services and to law enforcement as required by the Texas Family Code.
• Demonstrates physical, emotional, and intellectual competencies necessary for self-control and good judgment when performing assigned responsibilities.
• Recognizes and respects the uniqueness and potential of all children, their families, and their cultures.
• Fosters developmentally appropriate independence in all children.
• Promotes feelings of security and trust in children by being warm, supportive and nurturing.
• Performs cleaning and meal preparation duties as assigned by the Early Care Director.
• Performs any and all other duties as assigned by the Early Care Director and CEC District Supervisor.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

Job Description Revised: 7/09/2024

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CCISD Human Resources
801 Leopard
Corpus Christi, Texas
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Salary: ISUP/501: $13.50 minimum/hour (individual salary calculation is based on applicable experience)
See the CCISD Salary Schedule handbook for information regarding initial salary placement.
Days: 192