Child Caregiver Aide- EAST

Child Caregiver

Pay Grade: 213 (Min $15.23 Hourly) Work Days: 187

Primary Purpose: Responsible for assuring each child is well cared for and safe at the PISD Employee Child Care Center

Qualifications: Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent (required) Acquire and maintain current CPR and first aid certificates Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of Texas child care guidelines and state licensing for child care facilities Ability to work flexible hours, be punctual and demonstrate a positive attitude Display good communication skills and ability to receive and follow directions Strong organizational, time management and interpersonal skills Ability to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and adaptability Preferred Experience: Experience in child care-related fields (preferred)

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Assist the Lead Caregiver in planning and carrying out classroom activities Assist with curriculum and daily lesson plans that are suitable for the child's age, stage, and personal interest Assist in supervising substitutes assigned to the same classroom Monitor and observe groups of children indoors and outdoors Ensure that each child receives individual attention Provide positive guidance to help children develop the ability to be self-disciplined Understand developmentally appropriate practices as well as growth and development of assigned age group Use developmental milestones as the primary means of gathering developmental data on child's growth Share the responsibility for the arrangement and maintenance of the room and equipment Perform daily housekeeping tasks related to certain activities of the program (i.e. meals, art activities, etc.) Observe and report any hazardous conditions of the building, grounds, or equipment to supervisors Communicate regularly with parents on children's daily charts including at annual parent conferences Maintain the care-giving standards established by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and the standards set by the Academy of Early Childhood Programs Perform emergency evacuation procedures, administer medication and attend to the hygienic needs of children with ease Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children, parents and other staff Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisor Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Working Conditions: Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; occasional prolonged and irregular hours, occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds