Job Details

Position Type:
Childcare Services/Substitute Daycare

Date Posted:
11/28/2023

Location:
Districtwide

Closing Date:
Open Year Round
Magnolia ISD

Job Title: Substitute Daycare Aide Exemption
Status/Test: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Daycare Supervisor
Date Revised: October 2023
Dept./Campus: Daycare West & Daycare East
Salary/Pay Grade: Clerical 1

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assists in implementing child care programs and assuring that each child is well cared for and safe. Provide routine care for infants, toddlers and school-aged children in a daycare/instructional setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certifications:

? Must be at least 18 years of age

? High School Diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate ? Meet the State of Texas requirements for Daycare Providers

? Candidate must attend an orientation/training session and complete required district and state/child care licensing credentialing requirements (background check, fingerprinting, etc.)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

? Experience in an infant/child care setting preferred

? Ability to work well with groups of children ranging from ages 6 weeks to 12 years old ? Ability to read and verbally communicate with children, staff, and parents

? Knowledge of child development theories and practices related to the physical, intellectual, and social development of infants/toddlers/and school-age students highly preferred

? Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

? Effective organizational and communication skills

? Ability to relate well to children and adults with courtesy, respect, acceptance, compassion, and patience ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instructional Support:

? Assist in planning, preparing materials, and implementing daily learning activities for children ? Conduct age appropriate activities for children including but not limited to: reading to the children, and teaching age appropriate songs, games, crafts, and skills

? Observe and monitor children's play activities

? Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom environment including organizing materials, and personal items belonging to the children

? Clean and sanitize furniture, equipment, toys, and linens

? Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas. Prepare snacks, ensuring safe handling of food for children ? Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports

Student Management:

? Supervise and ensure the safety and security of children in the classroom, on outings, and to and from outside play areas

? Assist children with all physical functions such as feeding, diapering, toileting, walking, dressing, and standing

? Adhere to proper behavioral management techniques as outlined by child care licensing and district standards

? Inform the Daycare Supervisor of special needs or problems of individual students

Safety:

? Keep an ongoing count of children in assigned groups/classrooms to ensure safety and proper supervision of the children at all times

? Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing ? Acknowledge all visitors and maintain a secure environment

? Follow district safety and emergency protocols

? Maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certifications ? Ensure maintenance and appropriate use of all building facilities, resources, supplies, and equipment with care and pride; including organization, cleanliness and daily set-up of the classroom

Other:

? Participate in staff development trainings/activities to improve job performance and meet state childcare licensing standards

Supervisory Responsibilities:

? None

MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

? Tools/Equipment Used: Standard classroom and nursery equipment such as toys, playground equipment, multiple-rider strollers, etc.

? Posture: Moderate standing, frequent kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping. ? Motion: Moderate walking, climbing, lifting, balancing, and handling or moving materials. ? Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying.

? Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise, frequent exposure to bodily fluids.

? Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress and self-control in the presence of children.