Child Care Provider

About Wild Child CC:

We are a unique play-based and nature-focused childcare program for children birth through Pre-K. We offer daily opportunities to achieve and develop confidence, resilience, strength, resourcefulness, and social skills through hands-on learning and play in a natural environment. Our engaged educators, coupled with a natural play-based environment, facilitate the optimal growth and development of the whole child. At Wild Child CC, each child's potential will be nurtured to build a strong foundation for their future, as well as the future of our world.

www.WildChildCC.com

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Childcare Provider to join our team at Wild Child CC. The ideal candidate will have experience in childcare, early childhood education, and a passion for working with children. If you have a nurturing and caring personality and enjoy creating a safe and stimulating environment for children, we would love to hear from you.

746.1201 - Childcare Center Employee Responsibilities

All childcare center employees, including persons not counted in the child/caregiver ratio, must:

Demonstrate competency, good judgement, and self-control in the presence of children and when performing assigned responsibilities.

Relate to children with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience.

Recognize and respect the uniqueness and potential of all children, their families and their cultures.

Ensure no child is abused, neglected, or exploited while in the care of the center.

Report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation to DFPS as specified in the Texas Family Code, 261.101.

746.1203 - Additional Responsibilities

In addition to the responsibilities for employees specified in this division, caregivers must:

Know and comply with the minimum standards for childcare centers.

Supervise children at all times, as specified in 746.1205 of this division (relations to What responsibilities does a caregiver have when supervising a chid or children?)

Be free from activities not directly involving teaching, care, and supervision of children such as:

Administrative and clerical duties that take the caregiver’s attention away from the children.

Meal Preparation, except when 12 or fewer children are in care.

Janitorial duties

Personal use of electronic devises such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets and video games.

Provide care that is consistent with the child’s habits, interests, strengths, and any special needs, including any special supervision needs or care as outlined in 746.2202 of this chapter.

Interact with children in a positive manner.

Set appropriate behavior expectations based on the child’s current stage of development.

Foster developmentally appropriate independence in children through planned but flexible program activities.

Foster a cooperative rather than a competitive atmosphere.

Show appreciation of children’s efforts and accomplishments.

Ensure continuity of care for children by sharing with incoming caregivers information about each child’s activities during the previous shift and any verbal or written instructions given by the parent.

746.1205 - Caregiver Responsibilities when Supervising Children

(a) The caregiver is responsible for:

(1) Knowing which children the caregiver is responsible for;

(2) Knowing how many children the caregiver is responsible for;

(3) Knowing each child's name and having information showing each child's age;

(4) Providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure each child's safety and well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child's on going activity as appropriate; and

(5) Being able to intervene when necessary to ensure each child's safety.

(b) In deciding how closely to supervise a child, the caregiver must consider:

(1) The child's chronological age;

(2) The child's current stage of development;

(3) The child's individual differences and abilities;

(4) The indoor and outdoor layout of the operation;

(5) The circumstances, hazards, and risks surrounding the child; and

(6) The child's physical, mental, emotional, and social needs.

746.2202 - Caregiver Responsibilities when Planning Activities for a Child in Care with Special Needs

You must:

(1) Provide a child with special care needs with the accommodations recommended by:

(A) A health-care professional; or

(B) A qualified professional affiliated with the local school district or early childhood intervention program;

(2) Utilize as recommended any adaptive equipment that has been provided to the center for a child's use;

(3) Ensure that a child who receives early intervention services or special education services can receive those services from a qualified service provider at your operation, with parental request and approval;

(4) Ensure that activities integrate children with and without special care needs; and

(5) Ensure that caregivers adapt equipment and procedures and vary methods as necessary to ensure that you care for a child with special needs in a natural environment.

Qualifications:

- Previous experience in childcare, babysitting, nannying, or related fields

- Knowledge of childhood development and early childhood education principles

- Certification in first aid and CPR is preferred

- Strong understanding of childcare best practices

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to manage a classroom setting effectively

- Experience working with children of various ages, from infants to toddlers

- Familiarity with daycare operations is a plus

-Early Childhood Education College Credit is a plus

This position offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children while gaining valuable experience in the field of childcare. If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about providing quality care for young ones, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $10.00 - $15.00 per hour

Experience:

Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Corpus Christi, TX 78411 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Corpus Christi, TX 78411: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $10.00 - $14.50 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• No nights

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)
• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Corpus Christi, TX 78411 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Corpus Christi, TX 78411: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $10 - $15