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About The Position

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Proof of high school graduation/GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of one-year successful experience in a state regulated child care facility or educational setting required.
• Ability to speak, read and write the English language.
• Customer service experience required.
• Experience with activity plans and knowledge of the developmental stages of children required.
• Self-motivated, able to work under pressure and possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate in both verbal and written forms with staff, children and parents of the centers.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required.
• Demonstrate a professional appearance and attitude.
• Ability to instruct children and manage their behavior.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks and receive directives from multiple supervisors.
• Ability to apply common sense, understanding, and sound judgement to carry out essential functions.
• Ability to meet/maintain all eligibility requirements required by Texas Health and Human Services to be employed in a child care operation, including maintaining required first aid and CPR certification.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

Nice To Haves

• Some college hours preferred.
• Two years of successful experience in a state regulated child care facility or educational setting preferred.
• Experience as a lead instructor preferred.
• Knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers and Early Childhood Education experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Travel to any Early Learning Center assigned to fill in for absences and provide needed coverage.
• Perform all essential functions of the position assigned.
• Acknowledge receipt of daily assignments in a timely manner.
• Maintain a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Supervise children in all programming areas.
• Prepare and implement age-appropriate lessons as outlined by the ELC curriculum.
• Complete all necessary paperwork for communication with parents of the center and provide positive communication with parents, as appropriate.
• 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 employee.
• Attend and participate in staff and department meetings, as required.
• Adhere to all standards, procedures, and expectations outlined in district and program handbooks as well as all staff development training.
• Adhere to all Texas Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers licensing requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain positive, professional relationships and interactions with children, parents, CFISD staff members, and community members, including regular communication.
• Utilize positive behavior strategies and maintain professionalism in interactions with children and colleagues.
• Accept constructive feedback and reflect on instructional practices and program quality.
• Perform any and all other duties deemed necessary by the ELC Director, the Assistant Directors of Community Programs, the Director of Community Programs and/or the Assistant Superintendent for Communication and Community Relations.

Benefits

• 197 Days - 40 hours per week