Substitute Daycare Aide

• Date Posted:
  11/28/2023
• Location:
  
  Districtwide
• Date Available:
  
  2026-27 School Year
• Closing Date:
  Open Year Round

Magnolia ISD

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

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.

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.)

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

• 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

• 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

• 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

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

None

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.