Instructor, Early Learning Center, 2024-2025 School - Cypress, United States - Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
Description
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age; proof of high school graduation/GED equivalent required. Some college hours preferred.
- Physically able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
- Flexible and able to adjust daily routine or work schedule based on the needs of the children and the center.
- Minimum of oneyear successful experience in a state regulated childcare facility or educational setting required, two years preferred.
- Demonstrate a professional appearance and attitude.
- Experience as a lead instructor preferred.
- Available occasional nights and weekends as required for scheduled meetings or trainings.
- Knowledge of the Texas Minimum Standards for Childcare Centers.
- Knowledge of early childhood education curriculum and instruction.
- Possess an understanding of early childhood brain development.
- Possess an understanding of developmental stages.
- 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
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
197 days
SALARY/PAYGRADE:
$28,41- IP5 as approved by the Board of Trustees
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Implement the daily schedule and lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the department's curriculum program and adapt, as needed, based on the needs of individual learners.
- Create a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of young learners.
- Utilize age appropriate strategies to manage the behavior of young learners in accordance with district and department policies and guidelines, as well as the Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers.
- Assist children with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
- Actively supervise children in all programming areas and take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect children, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Create a classroom environment that is warm and welcoming for children and parents.
- Maintain a neat and orderly classroom, including supporting the cleanliness of the center and sanitizing of all center supplies.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect children, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with, parents, children, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Complete all necessary paperwork as assigned by the ELC Director.
- Provide quality customer service to all children, parents, colleagues and visitors.
- Serve as a positive role model for children and peers; support the mission and vision of the department and center.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Adhere to all Texas Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers.
- Participate in staff development activities to improve jobrelated 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.
- Assist in directing the work of aides and/or substitutes as appropriate.
- Perform any and all other duties deemed necessary by the ELC Director, the Assistant Director of Community Programs, or the Director of Community Programs.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Posture:
Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion:
Frequent walking
Lifting:
Frequent light lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (less than 15 pounds); occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs.
Environment:
Work inside and outside, regular exposure to noise and the elements
Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress
Applications will be reviewed however, Not all applicants will be interviewed
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