Opener/Closer, Early Learning Center, 2026-2027 School Year

Young World Physical Education; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 17,218 - 24,523; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an Opener/Closer for its Early Learning Center in Cypress, Texas for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves supervising children, conducting activities, and maintaining a positive learning environment. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED. The position offers a pay of $15.15 per hour, with a maximum of 25 hours per week. Interested candidates should contact Jairo De La Torre at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience working in a child care or educational setting preferred.
• Ability to speak, read and write the English language.

Responsibilities

• Conduct activities with children according to the center’s schedule.
• Support a positive classroom environment.
• Supervise children in all programming areas.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Child care experience

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Education

High school graduation or GED

Job description

Opener/Closer, Early Learning Center, 2026-2027 School Year

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District COMMUNITY PROGRAMS/ELC - Cypress, Texas

Job Details

Job ID: 5677430

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age; proof of high school graduation/GED equivalent required.
• Experience working in a child care or educational setting preferred.
• Physically able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to follow and implement planned activities and supervise children.
• Ability to speak, read and write the English language.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills with children, parents, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Demonstrate a professional appearance and attitude.
• Demonstrate excellent judgment and decision making skills.

Terms of Employment

197 Days (split shift)

Salary/Paygrade

$15.15 per hour / HS4

Maximum 25 hours per week

Essential Functions

• Conduct provided activities with children according to the center’s schedule.
• 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.
• Supervise children in all programming areas.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships and open communication with parents, children, colleagues, and community members.
• Assist children with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Provide regular, on‑going communication to the ELC Director and ELC Instructor, including seeking assistance with any necessary paperwork that must be completed during a shift.
• 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 Opener/Closer.
• Attend and participate in staff and department meetings, as required.
• Adhere to all Texas Minimum Standards for Child Care Standards, including meeting the yearly training requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Provide quality customer service to children, parents, staff and all other stakeholders.
• Perform any and all other duties deemed necessary by the ELC Director, the Assistant Director of Community Programs or the Director of Community Programs.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

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.

Contact Information

• Jairo De La Torre , Assistant Director, Community Programs
• Phone: 281‑897‑1365
• Email: [e-mail]