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Sweetwater Independent School District Child Care Worker in Sweetwater, Texas
**Child Care Worker- Child Care Director Dept./School: Sweetwater ISD
Primary Purpose: Assist in implementing childcare programs and assuring that each child is well cared for and safe. Provide routine care for infants and children in an instructional setting.**
- Qualifications:
- Education/Certification: High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Ability to read and verbally communicate with children, staff, and parents Ability to work with groups of children in a positive manner
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Effective organizational and communication skills
- Ability to relate to children and adults with courtesy, respect, acceptance, compassion, and patience
Experience:
- Some experience in an infant/childcare setting Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Instructional Support
- . Assist in planning, preparing materials, and implementing daily learning activities for children.
- Conduct age-appropriate activities for children in care including but not limited to reading to children and teaching simple painting, drawing, crafts, and songs.
- Observe and monitor childrens play activities. Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom including organizing and storing toys, materials, and personal items belonging to children.
- Clean and sanitize furniture, equipment, toys, and linens.
- Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas.
- Prepare snacks, ensuring safe handling of food for children.
- Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.