Lead Child Care Provider

Dripping Springs ISD; Dripping Springs (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare center in Dripping Springs seeks a Lead Child Care Provider responsible for implementing programs to ensure children's safety and well-being. The role involves planning activities, supervising children, and maintaining a safe environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant experience in childcare settings.

Qualifications

• Three to five years experience in an infant/childcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing daily learning activities for children.
• Supervise and ensure safety of children in the classroom and during outings.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in faculty meetings.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Compassion

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Lead Child Care Provider

Exemption Status:Non-Exempt
Reports to: Child Care Director

Pay Grade: Clerical/Technical 2
Dept./School: Child Care Center

Calendar: 187 Days

Date Revised: 5.15.2025

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Responsible for implementing childcare programs and assuring that each child is well cared
for and safe. Provide routine care for infants and children in an instructional setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
High School diploma or GED
Appropriate licensing and certification for position

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to read and verbally communicate with children, staff, and parents
Ability to work with groups of children in a positive manner
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Effective organizational and communication skills
Ability to relate to children and adults with courtesy, respect, acceptance, compassion, and
patience

Experience:
Three to five years experience in an infant/childcare setting preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Instructional Support
1. Assist in planning, preparing materials, and implementing daily learning activities for
children.
2. Conduct age-appropriate activities for children in care including but not limited to reading
to children and teaching simple painting, drawing, crafts, and songs.
3. Observe and monitor children’s play activities.
4. Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom including organizing and storing toys,
materials, and personal items belonging to children.
5. Clean and sanitize furniture, equipment, toys, and linens.
6. Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas. Prepare snacks, ensuring safe handling of food
for children.
7. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
Student Management
8. Supervise and ensure safety and security of children in the classroom, on outings, and to
and from outside play areas.
9. Assist children with all physical functions such as feeding, diapering, toileting, walking,
and standing.
10. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
11. Observe and document developmental progress of children.

Safety
12. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting
and climbing.
13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency protocols.
14. Maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certifications.

Other
15. Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
16. Participate in staff development activities to improve job performance and meet state
childcare licensing standards.
17. Maintain confidentiality.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard classroom and nursery equipment such as toys,
playgrounds, multiple-rider strollers, etc. Personal computer and printer.
Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
Motion: Moderate walking, climbing, lifting, balancing, and handing or moving materials
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying
Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; frequent exposure to bodily fluids
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress and self-control in the presence of children.

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