Instructor Assistant, Early Learning Center, 2026-2027 School Year

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 21,350 - 26,095; Full time

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD is looking for a childcare assistant to support daily activities in a learning environment. This position requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred experience in a childcare setting. Responsibilities include assisting in class activities, supervising children, and maintaining safety and cleanliness in the classroom. Employment is for a term of 197 days, with a salary of $23,723 for the 2024-2025 school year.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and provide proof of high school graduation or GED.
• Two years of experience in a childcare setting preferred.
• Able to meet Texas Health and Human Services eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily activity plans and center events.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the instructor.
• Supervise children in all programming areas.

Skills

Ability to speak, read, and write in English

Flexibility

Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds

Education

High school graduate/GED equivalent

Some college hours preferred

Job description

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age; proof of high school graduate/GED equivalent required. Some college hours preferred.
• Two (2) years of experience in a state regulated childcare setting preferred.
• Physically able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Flexible and able to adjust daily routine or work schedule based on the needs of the children and the center.
• Ability to speak, read, and write the English language.
• Knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers preferred.
• Available occasional nights and weekends as required for scheduled meetings or trainings.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
• Ability to meet/maintain all eligibility requirements required by Texas Health and Human Services to be employed in a child care operation, including maintaining required first aid and CPR certification.

Terms Of Employment

197 days

Salary/Paygrade

$23,723 – IP3 as approved by the Board of Trustees for the 2024-2025 School Year

Essential Functions

• Assist in the implementation of daily activity plans and center events, including assisting the ELC instructor in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the instructor, including working with individual learners or small groups.
• Support a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of young learners.
• Utilize age-appropriate strategies to manage the behavior of young learners in accordance with district and department policies and guidelines, as well as the Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers.
• Assist children with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Actively supervise children in all programming areas and take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect children, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in creating a classroom environment that is warm and welcoming for children and parents.
• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom including supporting the cleanliness of the center and sanitizing center supplies.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect children, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, children, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Complete all necessary paperwork as assigned by the ELC Instructor and ELC Director.
• Provide quality customer service to all children, parents, colleagues and visitors.
• Serve as a positive role model for children and peers; support the mission and vision of the department and center.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Adhere to all Texas Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills and meet the yearly training requirements as outlined in the Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers.
• Comply with state, district, and department regulations and policies, pertaining to the role of an ELC employee.
• Attend and participate in staff and department meetings, as required.
• Assist in directing the work of substitutes, if assigned.
• Perform any and all other duties deemed necessary by the ELC Director, the Assistant Director of Community Programs, or the Director of Community Programs.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent walking.
• Lifting: Frequent light lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (less than 15 pounds); occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Environment: Work inside and outside, regular exposure to noise and the elements.
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.