AIDE, Early Learning Academy

Spring Independent School District • Houston, TX

19h

About The Position

The Early Learning Academy Aide will assist in supervising the care of young children: Infants through 4 years old. All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support and demonstrate our core values, communicate in a clear and respectful manner and seek to continuously improve self-performance and processes.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED from an accredited institution
• 8 hours of pre-service training
• Criminal background check and fingerprinting
• Ability to handle the physical needs of children, infants through 4 years old (diapering, picking up child, wiping noses and handling spit-up; able to sit on the floor with the infants)
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of minimum standards for child care centers
• Knowledge of child developmental stages

Nice To Haves

• 3 years job related experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement lesson plans with developmentally appropriate activities
• Know and comply with the minimum standards for child-care centers
• Stimulate and encourage the growth of the child physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually
• Attend to the personal needs of each child including feeding, changing diapers in infants (approximately 60 per day) or soiled clothing and washing hands
• Daily laundering of burp towels, washcloths, crib sheets, etc.
• Sanitize toys and equipment
• Conduct circle time and daily outside time
• Interact with the children in a way which conveys respect and nurturing
• Directly interact with children by getting down on the floor to interact with them
• Support the social and emotional development of the children
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment and other materials appropriate for the young child
• Maintain a safe environment based on Minimum Standards from Department of Protective and Regulatory Services
• Assist in the cleaning, sanitizing and straightening of the room at the end of the day
• Maintain open, friendly and cooperative relationships with each child’s parent.
• Maintain confidentiality
• Continue professional development through attending workshops, conferences and other staff development
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as planned under the oversight of the Early Learning Academy Director
• Maintain current CPE, AED, and First Aid Certifications

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED