Caregiver

In order to be considered for any vacancy within the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas an application must be completed. If you are among the qualified candidates, you will receive a call/email from our one of our coordinators to schedule an interview. Once your application is completed please send it to the Human Resources Department HR@ktttribe.org

Job Description

Position:                              Caregiver                  

Supervisor:                         Program Director    

Division:                              Tribal Academic & Human Services Administrator        

Department:                        Daycare

Responsibilities

In general, a Childcare Caregiver will maintain safe and stimulating surroundings for young children under the KTTT Tribal Education Child Care Program. 

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Arrange activities for children and provide them with a chance to explore, learn, and grow in a positive environment.
• Assist in other projects as assigned by the Lead Teacher, Supervisor, or Program Director.
• Assist in the formation of a classroom setting conducive to learning and suitable to the physical, social, and emotional growth of students.
• Assist volunteers assigned to the same classroom.
• Assist the Lead Teacher in planning and carrying out classroom activities.
• Be responsible for housekeeping tasks to maintain the order of the child care.
• Communicate regularly with parents through daily greetings, verbal and written comments on children’s daily charts (infant and toddler rooms), and annual parent conferences.
• Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, courteous, positive, and responsible, and serve as a role model for all district staff and students.
• Demonstrate good judgment when planning for children’s safety and health.
• Demonstrate insight into child and adult behavior.
• Ensure each child receives individual attention.
• Exhibit flexibility and a sense of humor.
• Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas Child Care Program and follow directives from superiors.
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor.
• Follow policies and procedures for the operation of the child care center.
• Help children with toileting or diapering needs. May involve lifting children up to 40lbs.
• Maintain a developmentally appropriate environment for the children at all times.
• Maintain cooperative and productive relationships with other center staff.
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certificate.
• Maintain the Minimum Standards for Child-Care Centers established by the Texas Department of Family and Protective service (DFPS), and the standards set by the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas Child Care Program.
• Observe and report any hazardous conditions of the building, grounds or equipment to supervisor.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities established by the state guidelines and provided by the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas Child Care Program.
• Present a good role model to children with language use, both verbal and written.
• Provide positive guidance to help children develop the ability to be self-disciplined.
• Respond to and interact with children in their play environments and at the child’s eye level.
• Responsible for documenting incidents or health concerns with the Program Manager.
• Share the responsibility for the arrangement and maintenance of the room and equipment.
• Supervise the children at all times. Observe and monitor groups of children indoors and outdoors year round, assuring their health and safety.
• Treat conversations and information with confidentiality regarding children, parents and other staff.
• Under the supervision of the Lead Teacher, assist with curriculum and daily lesson plans that are suitable for the child’s age, stage and personal interest.
• Understand Developmentally Appropriate Practices.
• Understand growth and development of assigned age group.
• Use portfolio system as the primary means of gathering and organizing developmental data on child’s growth.
• Utilize time well and is organized.
• Work as a member of a team to ensure continuity of curriculum and high standard of quality in all classrooms in the center.
• Perform such other tasks as may be assigned from time to time by supervisor.

Education/experience requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: Certified as a Child Development Associate (CDA) or High School Diploma or graduate equivalent diploma (CDA) with 2 years of experience in Childcare or related field.

Preferred Qualifications: N/A 

Native American preference is observed:

KTTT recognizes preference for KTTT tribal members and qualified Native American tribal members including preferential treatment in recruitment, hiring, promotions, layoffs and reductions in force so long as they meet minimum job qualifications.