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Posting DetailsPosition Information
Posting Number S1009This position is open to Open to All Applicants Job Title CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT POOL Department Center for Early Learning Position Type Non-Exempt Employment Status Full-Time-Staff Salary Minimums: Level I - $10.16; Level II - $11.12; Level III - $12.15 Open Date 11/10/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled No
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary The purpose of this position is to assist in meeting the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of a group of young children and model for CDEC students' appropriate teaching and care-giving practices.
This is accomplished by assisting in writing and implementing daily activity plans; by helping children with physical skills, self-esteem, social, cognitive, and communication skills and observing children for developmental milestones.
Minimum Qualifications
Level I – Grade 912 (NCELREN45020)
Level II – Grade 913 (NCELREN45011)
Level III – Grade 914 (NCELREN45016)
Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge of Texas Child Care Minimum Standards and developmentally appropriate teaching and care-giving practices for children 18 months through 4 years.
Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization, including data entry, receptionist duties, customer service, word processing and general clerical duties.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in communicating with other staff, parents, and DMC students and faculty and in modeling appropriate language, vocabulary, and writing for children. Preferred Qualifications Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. Special Instructions to Applicants This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. Our Culture Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way , which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College's Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III: Cultivate , all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College's ability to serve its students and community.
Job Duties
Job Duty Supervises children during indoor and outdoor activities and routines as required by regulating entities governing the activities of the CEL and in accordance with developmentally appropriate practices; and may work without direct supervision for all or portions of a day. Job Duty Assists with maintaining a safe, healthy, and attractive learning environment both inside and outside, and assists with writing and implementing daily activity plans to develop safe and healthy habits, physical skills, self-esteem, creative expression, social skills, cognitive skills, and communication skills of the children assigned to his or her group and assists with sharing information with parents. Job Duty Assists with completing center forms, which include developmental portfolios, daily meal count, attendance records, health checks, and safety checklists. Job Duty Maintains confidentiality of children and family information. Job Duty Stops unsafe activities, and reports suspected child abuse and neglect as required by law. Job Duty Models for CDEC students appropriate teaching and care giving practices. Job Duty Other duties include participating in staff development activities and communicating with parents. Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
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