TCDC DAYCARE TEACHER

Kerrville ISD; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerrville ISD is seeking an early childcare assistant to help implement daily learning activities and ensure a safe, caring environment for infants and children. You will assist in activities, supervise transitions, and help with basic caregiving tasks in a classroom setting.

Qualified applicants have a high school diploma or GED and some childcare experience. CPR and first aid certifications are preferred; position involves indoor and outdoor work with exposure to typical school environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and verbally communicate with children, staff and parents.
• Experience in infant/childcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and preparing materials and implementing daily learning activities.
• Conduct age-appropriate activities including reading, painting, crafts, and songs.
• Observe and monitor children's play activities and maintain a neat classroom.
• Clean and sanitize furniture, equipment, toys, and linens; manage snacks safely.
• Help maintain administrative records and reports.
• Supervise children for safety in classroom and outings; assist with physical needs.
• Follow safety procedures, CPR and first aid certifications are maintained.
• Participate in faculty meetings and staff development to meet licensing standards.

Skills

Reading to children

Verbal communication

Group management

Following instructions

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Primary Purpose

Assist in 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.

Salary

Hourly: $14.25 - $20.29 (Yearly: $19,986 - $28,457)

*Pay will be commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

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

Some experience in an infant/childcare setting

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Instructional Support

• Assist in planning, preparing materials, and implementing daily learning activities for children.
• Conduct age-appropriate activities for children in care including but not limited to reading to children and teaching simple painting, drawing, crafts, and songs.
• Observe and monitor children's play activities.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom including organizing and storing toys, materials, and personal items belonging to children.
• Clean and sanitize furniture, equipment, toys, and linens.
• Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas. Prepare snacks, ensuring safe handling of food for children.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.

Student Management

• Supervise and ensure safety and security of children in the classroom, on outings, and to and from outside play areas.
• Assist children with all physical functions such as feeding, diapering, toileting, walking, and standing.
• Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Observe and document developmental progress of children.

Safety

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

Other

• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job performance and meet state childcare licensing standards.

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.