Primary Purpose:

     Assist in meeting everyday instructional and licensing requirements at the

     Cotulla Early Childhood Learning Center.

 

Qualifications:

     Education/Certification:

     High School diploma or GED

     CDA Credential (Child Development Associate)

     College Hours in Early Childhood Education

     Currently CPR & First Aide Certified

     Currently holds a valid driver’s licensed 

 

Experience:

     Some experience in working with early childhood aged children

     Some experience in communicating with parents

     Some experience in using office equipment (computer, fax machine, copier)

 

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

     Instructional Support:

1. Prepare lesson plans/classroom displays

 

1. Assist in completion of the required documents (incident, accident, conference,
   1. narrative, ADA, health forms)

 

1. Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom

 

Some of the required duties:

1. Work with a flexible monthly schedule
2. Help maintain a welcoming and safe environment for the children
3. Change diapers as needed
4. Assist in supervising children at all times (indoor/outdoor play, nap-time)
5. Maintain confidentiality
6. Attend weekend or night trainings to obtain 30 hours of training required by   
7. Licensing

 

Other

1. Maintain confidentiality.
2. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Copier and personal computer.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.