Baby University Lead Caregiver (26-27 SY) - South Baby University

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

BABY UNIVERSITY LEAD CAREGIVER JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Baby University Lead Caregiver Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt Funding Source: Local Reports To: Baby University Director Pay Grade: Paraprofessional 35 Days: 193 Department: Baby University Childcare Center Date Revised: 2024

Primary Purpose: The IISD Baby University Lead Caregiver is responsible for providing a safe and positive developmentally appropriate child care program for children of Irving ISD employees.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must pass a background check
• Two years experience working with children in a preschool or child care setting preferred

Education and Certification:

• Per the Texas Department of Health and Human Services (TDHHS), new employees of a licensed childcare center with less than 2 years experience must:
• Obtain 24 hours of pre-service training
• Obtain 24 hours of annual training
• Have high school diploma, high school equivalent, or high school certificate of coursework completion as defined in Texas Education Code §28.025d
• Acquire and maintain current pediatric CPR, First Aid, and Food Handlers certificates
• Acquire a valid Texas Education Aide Certificate, Child Development Associates (CDA), or an Associates Degree in Early Childhood
• All required Child-Care Regulations training will be provided by IISD

Special Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of TDHHS Child-Care Regulation minimum standards for child-care centers
• Knowledge of developmental milestones of young children
• Reports to work on time, is reliable for regular work, and maintains good attendance
• Ability to work flexible hours and demonstrate a positive attitude
• Display good communication skills and ability to receive and follow directions
• Strong organizational, time management, interpersonal skills, and enjoy being around children
• Ability to supervise and manage aides in the classroom in an effective manner
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Ability to work well with others, including children, parents, and co-workers
• Maintains confidentiality

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the children in the program
• Serve nutritious snacks and lunches as directed by the Child Care Director and IISD Food Services
• Ensure all equipment and activities are safe and appropriate
• Ensure equipment and facilities are clean, well-maintained, and present a safe environment at all times
• Plan the daily schedule and lesson plans for assigned classrooms and make sure they are age-appropriate for the classroom
• Implementation of the daily plan and lesson plans for each child in the classroom
• Ensure all assigned children are supervised at all times
• Provide a variety of appropriate experiences and activities for children, including songs, games, and storytelling
• Provide and supervise opportunities for sleep and rest time as directed
• Enhance and support the self-esteem of all students in the learning center
• Establish and maintain an orderly environment through routines and positive guidance
• Provide a safe, comfortable, and secure environment for children
• Implement established positive and appropriate discipline as required
• Clearly, positively, and effectively communicate in a manner that children understand
• Keep the director informed of any special needs or concerns of individual children
• Report suspected child abuse and neglect to the appropriate administrator and law enforcement agencies according to guidelines in the Texas Family Code
• Collaborate in the planning and implementation of activities and assigned curriculum
• Keep parents informed of on-going program expectations, program activities, and their childs progress
• Develop and maintain current, accurate, and confidential client files
• Participate in in-service training, staff meetings, and special events as required
• Maintain an accurate knowledge base and comply with federal, state, and school district policies and regulations concerning primary job functions
• Maintain health and safety standards in the classroom
• Clean and disinfect toys and classrooms
• Ensure that all furniture is safe and cleaning products and medicines are kept in a safe place away from children
• Maintain each childs attendance, academic, and behavioral records
• Be available to speak to parents about a childs progress and challenges throughout the year
• Provide professional communication with students, parents, community members, staff, and other professionals at all times
• Ensure superior customer care skills are used via eye contact, facial expressions, voice inflections, body language, and an attitude of "going the extra mile" for others
• Ensure all requests for information are dealt with in an appropriate time frame
• Create and maintain a welcoming, service-oriented environment toward all internal and external customers
• Perform such other duties and assume such other responsibilities as may from time to time be assigned.

Clerical:

• Maintains a developmental profile folder for individual classroom students
• Assists with records of individual students and keeps anecdotal notes as needed
• Compiles, maintains, and files instructional materials

Working Conditions:

• Metal demands
• Physical Demands:
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling may be required
• May be required to lift up to 30 pounds without assistance
• Environmental Factors:
• Maintain emotional control under stress