Childcare Provider/Aide (26-27 SY)

San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District Child Development Center - San Marcos, Texas Open in Google Maps Childcare Provider/Aide (26-27 SY) San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District Child Development Center - San Marcos, Texas Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in San Marcos CISD Careers Job Details Job ID: 5921164 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Sep 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description JOB TITLE: Childcare Provider/Aide WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt REPORTS TO: Assistant (Site) Director / Bonham Principal DEPT. /SCHOOL: Child Development Center DATE REVISED: August 2026

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assist in implementing childcare programs and assuring that each child is well cared for and safe. Provide routine care for infants and children in an instructional setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification: High School diploma or GED Paraprofessional Certification CPR/FA/AEDpreferred Child Development Associates Credential (CDA) preferred Meet the minimum requirements of a licensed daycare center classroom provider Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to read and verbally communicate with children, staff, and parents Ability to work with groups of children in a positive manner Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Effective organizational and communication skills Ability to relate to children and adults with courtesy, respect, acceptance, compassion, and patience Experience: Experience in a state licensed daycare center with 0-5 year old children required

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Instructional Support

1. Plan, prepare materials, and implement daily learning activities for children.
2. Conduct age-appropriate activities for children in care including but not limited to reading to children and teaching simple painting, drawing, crafts, and songs.
3. Observe and monitor children’s play activities.
4. Maintain a neat and orderly classroom including organizing and storing toys, materials, and personal items belonging to children.
5. Clean and sanitize furniture, equipment, toys, linens, diaper-changing areas, and other classroom surfaces in accordance with established health and safety procedures.
6. Prepare meals and snacks, as assigned, ensuring appropriate sanitation and safe food handling practices.
7. Maintain required records and documentation.
8. Conduct parent conferences at least twice each year in cooperation with the supervisor and maintain positive communication with parents and families.

Student Management 9. Supervise children at all times and ensure safety and security of children in the classroom, on outings, and to and from outside play areas. 10. Assist children with all physical functions such as feeding, diapering, toileting, walking, and standing. 11. Identify and communicate special needs, concerns, or problems involving individual children to the appropriate supervisor. 12. Observe and document developmental progress of children. Safety 13. Follow district safety protocols, emergency protocols, and applicable state childcare licensing requirements. 14. Follow established safety procedures and techniques when performing job duties, including appropriate lifting and movement of children and equipment. 15. Maintain required certifications. Other 16. Participate in faculty/staff meetings, special events, and staff development activities as needed to improve job performance and meet state childcare licensing standards. 17. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

EQUIPMENT USED:

Use standard classroom, nursery, playground, and office equipment, including toys, multiple-rider strollers, computers, copiers, laminators, and other equipment as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands: Work effectively with frequent interruptions; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; demonstrate appropriate reading skills; and maintain emotional control and self-control under stress. Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Moderate standing and walking with occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, climbing, balancing, lifting, and moving materials. Regular light lifting and carrying required. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors with exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, and frequent exposure to bodily fluids. School district employees may be required to work from home and use their personal electronic devices.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Full-time position. This position is contingent upon annual funding. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $16.25 Per Hour Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information SMCISD /Human Resources

1331 SH 123

San Marcos, Texas 78666 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Child Development Center