Baby University Aide Pool (25-26 SY) - Baby University

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

BABY UNIVERSITY AIDE

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:  Baby University Aide                                                

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt

FUNDING SOURCE:  Local                      

REPORTS TO:  Childcare Center Director

PAY GRADE:  Paraprofessional 30 (193 Days)                                                                                 

DEPARTMENT:  Baby University Childcare Center         

DATE REVISED:  2024

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The IISD Employee Childcare (Baby University) Aide 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 (2) years experience working with children in a preschool or child care setting preferred.

Education/Certification:

Per the Texas Department of Health and Human Services (TDHHS), new employees of a 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, §28.025(d)
• Acquire and maintain current pediatric CPR, First Aid and Food Handler’s 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 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:

1. Care and supervision of a group of children at all times.
2. Recognize and respect the uniqueness and potential of all children.
3. Interact with children showing interest and respect.
4. Foster developmentally appropriate independence in children.
5. Maintain a safe, neat and orderly environment.
6. Keep administration informed of any special needs or concerns of individual children.
7. Greet and welcome parents and other approved visitors to the classroom.
8. Demonstrate self-control and good judgment.
9. Maintain an accurate knowledge base (Minimum Standards) and comply with state, district and school policies and regulations.
10. Report suspected child abuse and neglect to the appropriate administrator and law enforcement agencies according to guidelines in the Texas Family Code.
11. Participate in in-service training, meetings and special events as needed/required.
12. Assist in the implementation of assigned curriculum.
13. Perform such other duties and assume such other responsibilities as may, from time to time, be assigned.
14. Ensure equipment and facilities are clean, well maintained, and present a safe environment at all times.
15. Ensure all assigned children are supervised at all times.
16. Provide and supervise opportunities for sleep and rest time as directed
17. Provide a safe, comfortable, and secure environment for children.
18. Perform such other duties and assume such other responsibilities as may, from time to time, be assigned.
19. Assumes other responsibilities in the absence of staff.
20. Other duties as assigned; including but not limited, changing diapers, covering classrooms, etc.
21. Work in a cooperative manner with all staff members.

Clerical:

• Assists with maintaining a developmental profile folder for individual classroom students.
• Assists with records of individual students.
• Assists with compiling, maintaining, and filing instructional materials.

Working Conditions:

Metal demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Maintain emotional control under stress.  Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling may be required.  May be required to lift up to 30 pounds without assistance.     

Salary : $14 - $21