Child Development Assistant Pool

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This is a labor-intensive position which requires a drug and physical exam for employment.

Posting Number

Posting Number S1009

This position is open to

This position is open to Open to All Applicants

Job Title

Job Title CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT POOL

Department

Department Center for Early Learning

Position Type

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Employment Status Full-Time-Staff

Open Date

Open Date 11/10/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Job Description Summary The purpose of this position is to assist in meeting the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of a group of young children and model for CDEC students’ appropriate teaching and care-giving practices.
This is accomplished by assisting in writing and implementing daily activity plans; by helping children with physical skills, self-esteem, social, cognitive, and communication skills and observing children for developmental milestones.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Current Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certification (Documentation of current certification is required within two weeks of employment).
• Food Handler’s Certificate (Documentation of current certification is required within two weeks of employment).

• Six (6) months teaching experience in a center-based child care setting
  *** OR
  * ** six (6) months of closely related teaching experience with children 0-8 years.

• Child Development Associate ( CDA ) credential (Submission of CDA is required) OR Twelve (12) credit hours in Child Development or Early Childhood Education.
• Two (2) years teaching experience in a center-based child care setting
  *** OR
  * ** two (2) years closely related teaching experience with children 0-8 years.

• Child Development Associate ( CDA ) credential (Submission CDA is required) OR Twelve (12) credit hours in Child Development or Early Childhood Education.
• Five (5) years teaching experience in a center-based child care setting
  *** OR
  * ** five (5) years closely related teaching experience with children 0-8 years.

Knowledge of Texas Child Care Minimum Standards and developmentally appropriate teaching and care-giving practices for children 18 months through 4 years.
Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization, including data entry, receptionist duties, customer service, word processing and general clerical duties.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in communicating with other staff, parents, and DMC students and faculty and in modeling appropriate language, vocabulary, and writing for children.

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic…