**Experienced Assistant Teacher/Bus Driver – Early Childhood Education and Transportation Specialist**

Are you passionate about shaping the minds of young learners and making a positive impact on their lives? Do you have a warm and nurturing approach to childcare, combined with excellent communication skills and a commitment to innovation and creativity? We're seeking an experienced Assistant Teacher/Bus Driver to join our team at Child Development Schools, a leading provider of high-quality childcare and early education services. **About Us** Founded in 1988, Child Development Schools is headquartered in Austin, TX, operating over 260 childcare centers in 11 states. Our three early childhood education brands – Childcare Network, Sunrise Preschools, and My Small Wonders – proudly provide quality care and developmental education to over 30,000 children aged six weeks to twelve years. Our mission is to give every child a great start in life, and we're looking for dedicated professionals like you to join our team and help us achieve this goal. **Job Summary** As an Assistant Teacher/Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in the success of our center by serving as a positive role model, creating meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues, and providing a supportive resource for our students and families. You will be responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher in maintaining a safe, warm, and inviting classroom environment, communicating daily with families, and encouraging parent and community engagement. You will also be responsible for preparing and serving meals and snacks for children, utilizing our science-based, proprietary curriculum, and adhering to all minimum licensing, quality rated, and/or accreditation guidelines and company standards. **Responsibilities** * Assist the Lead Teacher in providing and maintaining a safe, warm, and inviting classroom environment that is clean and organized. * Communicate daily with families regarding student progress or needs to encourage partnership and support. * Encourage parent and community engagement by developing strong professional relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. * Maintain a high-quality standard of care for every child by thoroughly adhering to all minimum licensing, quality rated, and/or accreditation guidelines and company standards. * Prepare and serve meals and snacks for children. * Utilize and adhere to assigned classroom's daily schedule utilizing our science-based, proprietary curriculum and suggested supplement activities to create a fun and engaging learning environment with activities tailored to each child's developmental needs. * Assist with keeping daily records including attendance, child portfolios, USDA documentation, and other records required by local agencies. * Contribute to your center's success by partnering with team members and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditations, and family engagement. **Requirements** * Genuine warmth and understanding of the needs of young children and their families. * Positive attitude and self-image with a commitment to innovation and creativity. * Strong communication skills with coworkers, parents, and children. * High School Diploma or GED required. * Must pass the state-required criminal background check. **Preferred Qualifications** * Early childhood education experience or related field. * Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. * CPR/First Aid certification. * Transportation experience (bus driving or similar). **Skills and Competencies** * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work effectively in a team environment. * Strong organizational and time management skills. * Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. * Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. * Ability to adapt to changing situations and priorities. **Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits** * Opportunities for professional growth and development through our comprehensive training programs. * Access to online training and education resources. * Education assistance to pursue your degree. * Opportunities for advancement within the company. **Work Environment and Company Culture** * Our centers are designed to provide a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment for children and staff alike. * We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and strive to create a workplace culture that reflects these values. * We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages teamwork and open communication. **Compensation, Perks, and Benefits** * Competitive salary. * Discounts up to 50% off childcare tuition. * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance plans. * Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Leave. * Free access to online training. * Education assistance to pursue your degree. * 401K plan savings and investment plan with employer contribution. **How to Apply** If you're passionate about early childhood education and making a positive impact on the lives of young learners, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how you can contribute to our mission to give every child a great start in life. **Equal Employment Opportunity** Child Development Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Apply for this job