Childcare Aide Childcare Aide
Pay Grade: 304
Reports To: Director of Childcare Services
Work Days: 187 Days
Department/School: District Childcare CenterDate Revised: 05/22 Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt
Primary Purpose To establish and maintain an appropriate and safe environment which develops the social, intellectual, physical, and emotional competence required to prepare children for school readiness, develop positive teacher/child relationships with a focus on nurturing and responsive care giving and establish productive relationships with families of enrolled children.
Qualifications:- Minimum Education/Certification
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Special Knowledge/SkillsInfant/Toddler or Preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) or currently enrolled or willing to enroll in a CDA program
- Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certified
- Current knowledge of minimum standards and guidelines for a licensed childcare center as required by Texas Health and Human Services
- Knowledge of computer literacy and typing skills in the use of basic office software programs
- Acceptable tuberculosis screening, clear criminal background, and fingerprint check are required post job offer and prior employment
- Ability to develop learning objectives and implement experiences that are appropriate for child's level of development
- Ability to understand and interpret assessments of children's progress
- Ability to relate to and interact with people from diverse cultural backgrounds ethnicities, socio-economic status, and family lifestyles
- Ability to develop positive attitudes and relationships with children, parents, substitutes, and coworkers
- Ability to be flexible and respond effectively to team-work concepts
- Ability to work well with children
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Minimum Experience
- Experience working with children 0-5 years old
- Major Responsibilities and Duties
- Instructional Minimum Standards Support
Know and be aware of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation standards 2. Know and be aware of the object and purpose of the Minimum Standards 3. Know and be aware of the Texas Rising Star (TRS) standards 4. Organize and implement a positive and comfortable routine within the classroom by establishing realistic experiences for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children 5. Conduct parent/teacher conferences 6. Supervise infants, toddlers and preschoolers at all times to ensure their safety 7. Facilitate an environment which advances the physical, intellectual, social/emotional and language development of children 8. Responsible for classroom management and supervision of substitute teachers in addition to classroom inventory of equipment and materials 9. Responsible for all aspects of care for the child, based on policies and practices set forth by the program 10. Demonstrate verbally and through role modeling a sound knowledge of program mission/goals, philosophy, and child growth/development practices 11. Establish and promote productive relationships with parents to promote family engagement in program services and shared decision-making 12. Assist parents to increase knowledge, understanding, and experience in infant and toddler growth and development and provide opportunities for parents to share their knowledge 13. Responsible for protecting confidentiality and obtaining written permission for any service for an enrolled child 14. Be an advocate for children and families
Major Responsibilities and Duties Continued
Maintain a cooperative and positive attitude toward co-workers, families and other providers 16. Maintain a regular daily work schedule, regular attendance and punctuality to ensure continuity of care for families and children 17. All employees have the responsibility for the well-being and safety of the children, staff and parents 18. Report suspected abuse and neglect to the Department of Family and Protective Services and to law enforcement as required by the Texas Family Code 19. Participate in faculty meetings, United Way Bright Beginning trainings and special events as assigned 20. Successfully complete 24 hours of Pre-service training as required by Child Care Licensing within 90 days of hire date 21. Successfully complete 30 hours of training annually as required by Child Care Licensing and Texas Rising Star 22. Perform other related duties assigned by Director of Childcare Services
Supervisory Responsibility
NoneEquipment UsedBaby buggies, bottle warmer, microwave and copier
Working Conditions:
Shared space Responsible for maintaining a safe work area to ensure the safety of self and others Mental Demands Ability to communicate effectively; maintain control under stress Ability to use common sense and rational judgment in caring for children and interacting with families Ability to follow learning plans, remember information, and record verbal and written telephone messages Ability to follow program and GPISD procedures, policy, and philosophy in delivering services Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding verbal communication and safeguard program records and documentation Physical Demands Job entails very little sedentary work Most of job is spent moving around classrooms and childcare center/outdoor area (must interact with infants/toddlers at floor level) to facilitate the program curriculum and goals and maintain child/staff ratios Physical Characteristics Capable of carrying 35 lbs. Talking, walking, standing 90% of the day
Position Summary:
The position of the Childcare Instructional Aide is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment for young children, and establishing positive and productive relationships with the families of the enrolled children. The Childcare Instructional Aide must be able to implement activities that meet learning objectives and demonstrate progress for each child. Participation in center activities is required. 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.
