Early Childhood Educator

Early Childhood Educator (Central)

Del Valle Independent School District Child Development Center - Central - Del Valle, Texas. Open in Google Maps.

Job : 5576722

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Primary

Purpose:

Plan and implement all aspects of an educationally enriched childcare program that is developmentally, individually and culturally appropriate for enrolled infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

• Education/Certification: High School diploma or GED (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency)
• Current Child Development Associate (CDA) or obtain within the three years of employment
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification or obtain within the first month of employment
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non‑refundable fee (approximately $50) paid by employee.

• Developmental stages of infants, toddlers, and preschool children
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals in a professional manner
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Proficient skills in organization, typing, file maintenance, computers, and software programs, including word processing, spreadsheet, database and graphics
• Knowledge of Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) minimum standards for child care

Two (2) years experience working with young children preferred.

Professionalism

The Educators' Code of Ethics is set forth in Texas Administrative Code to provide rules for standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community.

• Rule §247.1 Purpose and Scope;
  Definitions
• Rule §247.2 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators

Instructional Planning and Delivery

• Develop and implement weekly/daily lesson plans while following the suggested classroom schedule.
• Assist each child to develop their fullest potential in the areas of social‑emotional, physical‑cognitive development to infants, toddlers or pre‑school children.
• Educate parents in a positive manner to gain successful parenting skills.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment, and maintain a neat/orderly and safe classroom.
• Maintain a classroom environment that is developmentally appropriate and meets CDC standards and expectations.
• Complete weekly anecdotal records.
• Practice conscious discipline to establish behavior expectations.

Monitoring Student Progress

• Implement program objectives that support developmental, behavioral and academic student performance.
• Keep informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Serve as a positive role model for children and support the mission of DVISD.
• Complete ASQs, CLI Developmental checklists and CLI Engage Diagnostic Assessments to inform planning and instruction.
• Supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes playroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences each semester (twice per year).

Classroom Management and Organization

• Keep a daily parent sign‑in sheet.
• Maintain accurate student portfolios and record developmental growth, based on assessments listed above.
• Ensure accurate records on Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Meal Count record log.
• Keep a sanitized, safe, neat and orderly classroom.
• Ensure children’s functional needs are met (bottles, meals, diaper changing, potty training, etc.).

Qualities of Effective Child Care Providers

• Demonstrate competency, good judgment and self‑control with infants, toddlers and preschoolers when performing assigned duties.
• Attend a minimum of 30 annual training hours in early childhood and licensing standards.
• Report suspected child abuse, neglect and exploitation to Child and Protective Services and center director within the required timeline.
• Complete licensing documents as needed (accident reports, medication logs, etc.).
• Participate in PLC meetings, faculty meetings and special…