Part-Time Children's Center Teacher

General Summary

The Part-Time Teacher in the Childrens Center will Assist full time teachers in classrooms with infants up to small children. The part-time childrens center teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children. This role involves planning and implementing educational activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

Specific Position Duties

• Assisting full time teachers in classrooms with infants up to small children.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
• Supervise children at all times, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere where all children feel valued and respected.
• Observe and assess each childs progress and development, providing feedback to parents and guardians.
• Identify any developmental concerns and work with parents and specialists to address them.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on their childs progress and any center activities.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to ensure a cohesive and supportive educational environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must meet the staff requirements of the Texas Department of Protective & Regulatory Service Standards for Day-Care Centers.
• 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Competency in office skills including typing, spelling, and the use of grammar.
• Filing skills and ability to organize, maintain, and retrieve from a large system.
• Must possess maturity and sensitivity, with the ability to relate well to both children and adults.
• Ability to understand and follow the philosophy of the Odessa College Childrens Center.
• Must be able to pass the WorkSTEPS assessment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, creativity, and a passion for working with children.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience working with young children in an educational setting.