Responsibilities:

• Understands and manifests the philosophy and mission of DCSSA.
• Assists Lead Teacher in planning and implementing curriculum that is developmentally appropriate.
• Assists children by working with them individually or in groups.
• Contributes to the maintenance, lesson planning and organization of the classroom.
• Interacts with the children in a nurturing and supportive manner.
• Facilitates children’s learning by assisting the Lead Teacher with providing a rich learning environment.
• Structure activities that foster children’s growth and independence.
• Learn and reinforce the behavior management techniques outlined by the Lead Teacher.
• Attends and participates in monthly staff meetings.
• Assists children with personal hygiene needs.
• Assists the Lead Teacher in all meals served throughout the day
• Act as lead teacher when lead teacher is out.
• Prepares materials and sets up learning centers with her team.
• Help with the documentation of children’s learning for the classroom and children’s portfolios.
• Model appropriate and respectful behaviors toward children, families, co-workers and members of the community at all times.
• Keeps abreast with organization and community projects that advocate for children.
• Must be familiar with TDFPS Minimum Standards, Texas Rising Start Provider Criteria and NAEYC Accreditation Standards and meet all criteria
• Bus pick-up as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Completes all daily Documentation: CACFP, Sign in/out, Health check etc.

Complexity of Work:

Personal Protective Equipment:

• 
  High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Child Development Associates (CDA)certification within 6 months of hire.
• Meets and maintains minimum required training hours for licensing requirements by DCSSA, State of Texas DFPS, Texas Rising Star Provider criteria and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
• CPR Certification and First Aid Training are required for licensing by the State of Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
• Must have a valid Class C Texas Driver License.
• Bilingual Spanish, preferred.

Competencies:

Customer Focus, Ensures Accountability, Communicates Effectively, Values Differences, Demonstrates Self Awareness, Instills Trust