Program Assistant- Child Care

*Job Title:* Program Assistant- *Department: *Child Care *Reports To:* Autumn Speer, Program Director (940)767-7071 *Salary/ Availability:* $10.
00/hour (90 day Introductory Period), $11.
00 starting on the employees 91st day of employment.
$0.
50/every 6 months based on employee performance evaluations not to exceed $13.
00/Hourly.
Monday-Friday 2:30-06:00 (School Year) Monday- Friday 7:30-06:00 (Summer/ School Breaks & Holidays) Some Saturdays 8:00-1:00pm for Staff Development *Job Summary:* After-School & Summer Program Assistants are the front line child-care providers at our lively and energetic center.
They provide care for groups of up to 16 children at a time, while keeping the children engaged in and ensuring the health and safety of the children, and cleanliness of the center at all times.
*Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * * Responsible for the safety of all children in the group ranging in ages from 5-13 years old * Actively engaged with students while implementing a STEAM-based curriculum * Follow curriculum/lesson plans to facilitate the planned activities * Provide support to fellow staff members * Ensure compliance with all relevant state regulations and standards * Serve as a role model to the children in the group through appearance and actions * Maintain an environment that is safe, clean, and inviting * Transport children from school to center, and on field trips on one of the Southside Youth Senter vans (must be 21 years of age).
* Other Duties as assigned *Qualifications:* * Must be 18 years of age or older * High School Diploma or equivalent is required * Must be able to pass Texas Department of Health & Human Services Background Check and Fingerprints * Must possess or be able to obtain valid Pediatric/Adult CPR & First Aid, as well as food handler’s certification.
* Must Possess a valid Drivers license or State ID * 6 months employment in licensed child-care preferred but not required.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary Pay: $10.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * Flexible schedule * Paid time off Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Weekends as needed Ability to Relocate: * Wichita Falls, TX 76302: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person