Program Assistant- Child Care

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Job Title: Program Assistant-

Department: Child Care

Reports To: Autumn Speer, Program Director

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.

Company DescriptionAt Southside Youth Senter, you'll do more than just work with children-you'll help shape the next generation of leaders. Guided by our mission, "to provide an inclusive and engaging environment for all children to develop the necessary skills to become successful members of society in all aspects of their lives through Social Emotional Learning, STEAM, and Sportsmanship," every team member plays a direct role in making a lasting impact on the lives of youth in our community.
As a member of the Southside Youth Senter team, you'll enjoy:
An inclusive workplace where employees are encouraged to be themselves.
Up to 20 hours of employer-provided training that builds real-world professional skills.
Opportunities for college students to earn academic credit and fulfill Federal Work-Study requirements.
Paid Time Off beginning on your first day of employment.
Consistent weekday schedules with no regular weekend shifts.
Most major holidays off to spend time with family and friends.
A comfortable work environment with no daily uniform requirements.
The opportunity to work for Wichita Falls' only locally founded youth development organization, serving children and families since 1960.
If you're passionate about youth development, education, and creating positive experiences for children, Southside Youth Senter offers a rewarding opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the community.Company DescriptionAt Southside Youth Senter, you'll do more than just work with children-you'll help shape the next generation of leaders. Guided by our mission, "to provide an inclusive and engaging environment for all children to develop the necessary skills to become successful members of society in all aspects of their lives through Social Emotional Learning, STEAM, and Sportsmanship," every team member plays a direct role in making a lasting impact on the lives of youth in our community.

As a member of the Southside Youth Senter team, you'll enjoy:

An inclusive workplace where employees are encouraged to be themselves.
Up to 20 hours of employer-provided training that builds real-world professional skills.
Opportunities for college students to earn academic credit and fulfill Federal Work-Study requirements.
Paid Time Off beginning on your first day of employment.
Consistent weekday schedules with no regular weekend shifts.
Most major holidays off to spend time with family and friends.
A comfortable work environment with no daily uniform requirements.
The opportunity to work for Wichita Falls' only locally founded youth development organization, serving children and families since 1960.

If you're passionate about youth development, education, and creating positive experiences for children, Southside Youth Senter offers a rewarding opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the community.