Early Childhood Caregiver

Tyler Junior College; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyler Junior College’s Family Learning Center is seeking an early childhood education professional to prepare and implement curricula for children from six weeks to five years old. The role emphasizes maintaining developmental records, planning diverse classroom environments, and modeling developmentally appropriate activities for students observing the center.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or equivalent with at least one year of licensed childcare experience; an associate degree

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience working with young children in a licensed childcare facility preferred.
• Preferred: Associate’s Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood; CDEC Certificate, First Aid, CPR.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement an early childhood education curriculum for children aged six weeks through five years.
• Maintain developmental records and portfolios for each child.
• Plan and prepare a classroom environment that reflects cultural diversity.
• Promote respect for cultural diversity among staff, students, and contacts.
• Interact professionally with staff, students, parents, and children.
• Model best practices for developmentally appropriate activities during observation time.

Skills

Collaboration/Teamwork

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Verbal and Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Presentation /Public Speaking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood

Job description

The Family Learning Center is an Early Childhood Development Laboratory School, which exists to provide quality care for young children and a quality learning experience for College students preparing for careers in Early Childhood.

• Prepare and implement an early childhood education curriculum for children ages six weeks through five years of age. Detailed lesson plans must be completed weekly for the appropriate classroom.
• Maintain developmental records, portfolios, etc. for children to ensure their needs are being met. The case records should have completed forms, narratives, and reports to provide an accurate picture of each child.
• Plan and prepare a classroom environment that promotes the cultural variety found in our society.
• Promote and demonstrate appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers, College students, and all work-related contacts.
• Maintain the arrangement, appearance, décor, and learning environment following appropriate standards. Adherence to the Center’s dress code is an integral part of this standard.
• Interact and maintain positive professional relationships with College staff, students, parents, and children.
• Model best practices and developmentally appropriate activities for children in each classroom to provide a good field experience for College students who are assigned observation time at the Laboratory School.
• Maintain and enhance knowledge and skills in early childhood education through activities including workshops and/or courses and membership in professional organizations.
• Attend work regularly in accordance with the College and Center policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Collaboration/Teamwork, Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Verbal and Written Communication, Organizational Skills, Presentation /Public Speaking

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Individual Contributor

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is rarely required outside of normal business hours

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to perform activities, including but not limited to sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and carrying, as required by a child care facility. Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds each workday.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

Yes- Minimal

If travel is required, the candidate must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

One year of experience working with young children in a licensed childcare facility

PREFERRED EDUCATION

Associate’s Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood

PREFERRED CREDENTIALS/LICENSURES

• CDEC Certificate
• First Aid
• CPR

ADDITIONAL JOB-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Candidate must obtain and maintain a clear background check as outlined by Texas Minimum Standards for Licensed Child Care centers before employment and throughout the duration of employment.
• Must know and consistently meet Texas Minimum Standards for Licensed Child Care Centers established by the Texas Department of Health and Human Services Child Care Licensing Division.

EXPECTATIONS

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public.
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
• Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee.

NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above - including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands.