Children's Center Teacher

Job Description

Working Title

Children's Center Teacher

Department

Children's Center

General Summary

The Odessa College Childrens Center serves as a childcare center, learning center, and child development center designed to support both families and the educational mission of Odessa College. We provide high-quality care and early childhood education for children ages six weeks to five years old, with additional services for school-age children ages 6–11 during the summer months.

The center operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and follows Odessa College holiday closures. Our goal is to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can grow socially, intellectually, physically, emotionally, and developmentally in ways that are appropriate for their age and stage of development.

We are committed to creating positive early learning experiences through loving care, structured educational activities, and a strong emphasis on safety and well-being. As part of Odessa Colleges commitment to excellence, the Childrens Center reflects the institutions dedication to student and family success. Odessa College was recognized by the Aspen Institute with the Rising Star Award in 2017, ranking among the top five community colleges in the nation for improving and advancing student achievement out of more than 1,100 eligible institutions.

Specific Position Duties

• Understand, follow, and maintain compliance with all required regulations and standards for childcare operations.
• Adhere to all Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers as required by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
• Follow all guidelines established by the Texas Department of Agriculture Special Nutrition Program (SNP).
• Maintain compliance with Child Care Management Services and West Texas Opportunities, Inc. requirements to preserve the Childrens Centers 4-Star Texas Rising Star Provider status.
• Follow all Odessa College policies, procedures, and expectations, as well as Childrens Center operational standards.
• Complete all required educational and professional training assigned to the position.
• Provide daily care for children, including feeding, diaper changing, supervision, and maintaining a safe classroom environment.
• Develop, implement, and follow lesson plans that support age-appropriate learning and development.
• Complete all required daily documentation and classroom paperwork accurately and timely.
• Support childrens social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development through positive interactions and structured activities.
• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities, including after-hours meetings as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director or Acting Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds when necessary.
• Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must successfully pass a background check every two years, including an initial FBI fingerprint check.
• Must complete and maintain a tuberculosis test every two years.
• Must obtain any required immunizations recommended for individuals working with young children.
• Must read and understand the Minimum Standards and Operations Manual for the Childrens Center.
• Must complete mandatory orientation with the Director of the Center.

Work Hours

Work hours vary according to the operational needs of the Childrens Center. Employees may be scheduled for any 8-hour shift between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Posting Number

C00104P

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://jobs.odessa.edu/postings/14954

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