2025-26 Employee Child Care Caregiver - Jackie Carden en Crowley ISD

Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older 

• Obtain 24 hours of pre-service training within 90 days of hire to work in a licensed center (employees will not be compensated for pre-service hours)
• Complete 8 of the 24 hours of pre-service training hours before being counted in the child/caregiver ratio
• Have high school diploma, high school equivalent, or high school certificate of coursework completion as defined in Texas Education Code, §28.025(d)
• Acquire and maintain current CPR, First Aid and Food Handler’s certificates,
• TAcquire exas Education Aide Certificate or Child Development Associates (CDA)
• Associates Degree in Early Childhood or closely related field or Valid (Preferred)

• Knowledge of TDFPS minimum standards for child-care centers
• Knowledge of developmental milestones of young children
• Ability to work flexible hours, be punctual and demonstrate a positive attitude
• Display good communication skills and ability to receive and follow directions
• Strong organizational, time management, interpersonal skills and enjoy being around children
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to work with diverse populations

• Experience in a licensed child care related fields preferred