Job Overview
We looking for dependable, caring, and responsible individuals to join our team!
We are a childcare and early learning center committed to providing children with a safe, nurturing, structured, and positive environment. Our Caregivers play an important role in creating that environment every day.
We are looking for team members who take their responsibilities seriously, enjoy working with young children, and understand that working in childcare requires patience, consistency, dependability, and professionalism.
Duties
As a Caregiver, you will be responsible for helping provide quality care and supervision to the children in your classroom.
Your responsibilities will include:
● Providing constant, attentive supervision of children
● Creating a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment
● Interacting with children through play, conversation, activities, and age-appropriate learning experiences
● Following classroom schedules and established routines
● Assisting with meals, snacks, diapering/toileting, nap time, and other daily care needs as appropriate for your classroom
● Helping maintain classroom cleanliness and organization
● Supporting the emotional and social development of the children in your care
● Communicating appropriately and professionally with parents and other staff
● Following all school policies, procedures, and Texas childcare licensing requirements
● Protecting the privacy and confidentiality of children and families
● Working cooperatively with other teachers and members of the Kids Depot team
● Completing required training and maintaining required childcare credentials and certifications
Skills
The ideal candidate is someone who:
● Is dependable and punctual
● Enjoys working with young children
● Is patient, compassionate, and understanding
● Can remain calm and professional in a busy childcare environment
● Takes direction and follows established procedures
● Works well with others and contributes positively to the team
● Is willing to learn and grow as a childcare professional
● Understands the importance of maintaining appropriate boundaries and confidentiality
● Takes the responsibility of supervising children seriously
● Is willing to help wherever needed to support the classroom and center
Previous childcare experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right person. Experience with children, education, childcare, babysitting, or other related fields is a plus.
Dependability Matters
Working in childcare is different from many other jobs. When a teacher is absent or arrives late, it directly affects the children, the classroom, and the rest of the team.
For that reason, reliability and punctuality are extremely important at The Kids Depot Preschool.
We are looking for employees who can consistently arrive on time, communicate appropriately when an unexpected issue occurs, and fulfill the responsibilities of their position.
Pay: $9.00 - $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Work Location: In person
