Instructor, Early Learning Center, 2026-2027 School Year

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 25,830 - 31,571; Full time

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD seeks an individual for a childcare role focusing on the daily needs of children. Responsibilities include implementing lesson plans, creating a positive learning environment, and providing personal care to students. Candidates must have a high school diploma/GED, be at least 18 years of age, and possess knowledge of early childhood education standards. The position offers a salary of $28,701 for the 2024-2025 school year, with expectations of 197 workdays. Experience in childcare is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Physically able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of the Texas Minimum Standards for Childcare Centers.

Responsibilities

• Implement daily schedule and lesson plans.
• Create a positive classroom environment.
• Assist children with physical needs and personal care.

Skills

Ability to speak, read, and write English

Experience as a lead instructor

Knowledge of early childhood education curriculum

Education

High school graduation/GED equivalent

Some college hours

Job description

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age; proof of high school graduation/GED equivalent required. Some college hours 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.
• Minimum of one-year successful experience in a state regulated childcare facility or educational setting required, two years preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and write the English language.
• Demonstrate a professional appearance and attitude.
• Experience as a lead instructor preferred.
• Available occasional nights and weekends as required for scheduled meetings or trainings.
• Knowledge of the Texas Minimum Standards for Childcare Centers.
• Knowledge of early childhood education curriculum and instruction.
• Possess an understanding of early childhood brain development.
• Possess an understanding of developmental stages.
• 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

$28,701 – IP5 as approved by the Board of Trustees for the 2024-2025 School Year

Essential Functions

• Implement the daily schedule and lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the department's curriculum program and adapt, as needed, based on the needs of individual learners.
• Create 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.
• Create a classroom environment that is warm and welcoming for children and parents.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom, including supporting the cleanliness of the center and sanitizing of all 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 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 aides and/or substitutes as appropriate.
• 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.