Early Childhood Learning Center Aide

Starting Date: Immediately

Early Childhood Learning Center Paraprofessional

Wage/Hour Status:
Nonexempt

Reports to:

Early Childhood Center Coordinator / Assigned Teacher
Dept./School:
Cotulla Early Childhood Learning Center
Updated: 4/14/2025

Assist in fulfilling the daily instructional and licensing requirements at the Cotulla Early Childhood Learning Center. Support the instructional team in creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for early childhood-aged children.

• Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED (required)
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (required)
• College coursework in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid (required)
• Valid Texas driver’s license (required)

• Special Knowledge/
  
  Skills:
  
  Understanding of early childhood development and care practices
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, staff, and parents
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Basic proficiency in operating computers, copiers, and fax machines
• Commitment to confidentiality and child safety

• Experience: Some experience working with early childhood-aged children
• Some experience communicating with parents
• Experience using office and classroom equipment (computer, copier, etc.)

Instructional Support

• 1. Prepare lesson plans and classroom materials/displays as directed by the teacher.
• 2. Assist in completing required documentation, including incident, accident, ADA, conference, health, and narrative forms.
• 3. Help maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• 4. Support children's activities during indoor and outdoor play, learning stations, and transitions.
• 5. Change diapers and assist with toileting as needed, following proper hygiene protocols.
• 6. Supervise children at all times, including during nap time, meals, recess, and transitions.

Licensing and Compliance

• 7. Maintain records and procedures to meet Texas Child Care Licensing standards.
• 8. Attend weekend or evening training as needed to complete the annual 30-hour training requirement.
• 9. Help maintain accurate attendance, incident, and health records as required by regulation.
• 10. Work flexible hours and assist in daily schedules to meet staff-child ratio requirements.

Communication and Professionalism

• 11. Communicate respectfully and effectively with children, parents, and staff.
• 12. Maintain strict confidentiality in all matters concerning students and families.
• 13. Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and special school events.
• 14. Attendance is an Essential Job Function.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

• Copier, fax machine, laminator, computer, classroom materials, and developmentally appropriate tools.

Working Conditions

• Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
  Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and stooping.
• Moderate lifting (up to 35 lbs. when assisting children).
• Exposure to biological hazards (e.g., changing diapers, cleaning spills).
• Work inside and outside in varied weather conditions.

Full-Time

$23,921 to $30,108 Per Year

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.