Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Childcare Director Assistant to support the daily operations of our vibrant childcare center. This role is vital in ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children while assisting the Childcare Director in managing classroom activities, staff coordination, and communication with parents. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm for early childhood education, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for fostering positive developmental experiences for young learners. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow within a dynamic team committed to enriching children's lives through quality care and education.
Responsibilities
- Assist in supervising daily classroom activities to promote a safe, stimulating environment that supports childhood development and learning.
- Support teachers and staff with classroom management, behavior guidance, and implementing age-appropriate curriculum plans.
- Help coordinate schedules, activities, and routines for children across different age groups, including infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress, daily updates, and any concerns, fostering strong parent-provider relationships.
- Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws and health & safety regulations such as first aid, pediatric first aid, CPR, and child supervision standards.
- Support the implementation of special education strategies and accommodations for children with disabilities or additional needs.
- Assist with maintaining accurate records related to child attendance, developmental progress, incident reports, and classroom supplies.
Requirements
- Must qualify for Texas Department of Health and Human Services state license, including passing background checks.
- Minimum age: 21 years; Education: High School Degree/G.E.D. or higher.
- At least 1-year previous consistent experience in childcare or other recognized facility with a CDA (Preferred) OR 2 years of full-time experience working in licensed childcare with at least 70 credit hours of training in child or youth development, recreational leadership, or management without a bachelor’s degree.
- Complete required childcare training aligned with the Texas Health and Human Services, Texas Workforce, and Texas Rising Star.
- Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, training, and any other events deemed necessary by the Director.
- Serve as the Governing Body for Texas Health and Human Services Licensing visits, inspections, as well as follow-up with requested information.
- Manage supervision, safety, and program implementation for enrollees while ensuring the well-being of all children.
- Keep an accurate daily count of children each day and follow the policy/procedure to ensure each child is accounted for.
- Report staff or child incidents, accidents, or suspected child abuse to the supervisor and follow the policy/procedure for completing reports after each occurrence.
- Implement and track monthly safety drills to practice site evacuation and emergency procedures for fire, inclement weather, lockdown, etc.
- Manage supply expenses, inventory, ordering, and storage management, as well as coordinating any grounds, maintenance or upkeep.
- Encourage creativity and intellectual curiosity by building on the child’s interests and talents.
- Stand and walk for long periods to provide proper auditory and visual supervision of each child’s ongoing activity, carry at least 30 pounds when needed, and go from sitting to standing with ease.
- Ability to bend or sit on the floor engaging in active play.
- Ability to respond quickly to children’s needs and emergencies.
- Portray a positive role model for youth, their peers and the organization by maintaining an attitude of respect, loyalty, patience, integrity, courtesy, and maturity.
Join us in making a meaningful difference in children's lives! This paid role offers an enriching environment where your passion for nurturing young minds can thrive alongside professional growth opportunities.
Pay: $11.00 - $12.50 per hour
Benefits:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
