Assistant Teacher - Mother's Day Out

Respite Care of San Antonio Inc•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Child Development Assistant Teacher works part time, Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The role is responsible for each child’s daily care and assists the Site Supervisor in maintaining a fun, interactive learning environment in developmental childcare. The Assistant Teacher helps make learning engaging, provides positive guidance, and meets children’s basic needs. The position supports the organization’s mission to enhance the stability and nurturing opportunities of families caring for children with special needs. The Assistant Teacher implements plans designed by the teacher, assists with lesson planning and the daily schedule, prepares classroom and outdoor spaces, and helps maintain a clean, orderly, child-centered environment. The role includes providing general care, supervising children, documenting observations and administrative information, adapting activities to support children with disabilities, communicating with families and colleagues, and maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must have favorable findings on background checks, including Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Department of Health, and Texas Department of Family and Protective Services criminal record checks.
High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in direct care and/or childcare.

Nice To Haves

College courses preferred.
At least 2 years of experience working with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement plans designed by the teacher and assist with lesson planning and the daily schedule.
Help arrange classroom and outdoor spaces, equipment, and materials.
Help maintain a clean, orderly, child-centered environment.
Maintain accurate administrative paperwork, including meal counts and incident and illness reports.
Assume the teacher’s responsibilities in her absence.
Take on projects delegated by the teacher or director.
Report incidents and emergencies to the teacher or director.
Provide general care, including toileting, feeding, and diaper changing.
Actively engage children and encourage development across all domains.
Work on developmentally appropriate skills suited to each child, including educational, community, and daily living skills.
Help modify activities so children with disabilities can participate fully, seeking guidance when needed.
Formally observe children’s activities and progress, document observations, and share information with the Lead Teacher.
Use appropriate behavior-management techniques, positive reinforcement, and trauma-informed positive discipline and guidance to support children’s behavior.
Use descriptive language to guide children.
Communicate effectively with people from diverse cultures and communities, including children, families, colleagues, donors, support staff, supervisors, administrators, and people in the legal and judicial system.
Supervise children at all times and prioritize their health and safety by following active-supervision practices, including scanning, counting, listening, and anticipating behavior.
Respect each child’s and family’s culture and treat every child with affection, dignity, respect, and interest.
Demonstrate professionalism, engagement, and kindness toward children and families regardless of their backgrounds or circumstances.
Develop and maintain supportive relationships with parents and guardians.
Maintain a professional working environment and confidentiality regarding staff, families, and coworkers.
Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Lead Teacher, Site Supervisor, or Director.