Childcare Teacher jobs in Temple, TX

Overview:

- 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.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct age appropriate activities for children in care including but not limited to reading to children and teaching simple painting, drawing, crafts, and songs.

- Observe and monitor children’s play activities.

- Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom including organizing and storing toys, materials, and personal items belonging to children.

- Clean and sanitize furniture, equipment, toys, and linens.

- Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas. Prepare snacks, ensuring safe handling of food for children.

- Supervise and ensure 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, and standing.

- Maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certifications.

- Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.

- Participate in staff development activities to improve job performance and meet state childcare licensing standards.

Education/Certification:

- High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Bryan, TX 77807 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bryan, TX 77807: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person