Caregiver / Teacher (La Grulla)

About Us

Edutainment is a growing early learning program serving families across the Rio Grande Valley. We are committed to protecting play and childhood wonder while providing safe, nurturing, and enriching environments for young children.

Our centers are inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, which values children as capable, curious, and creative learners. We believe children learn best through meaningful play, exploration, relationships, hands-on experiences, and environments that invite discovery. We are looking for team members who are passionate about caring for children and supporting families.

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable, caring, and flexible Caregiver to support daily operations across classrooms. This position may assist with different age groups, classroom routines, kitchen support, and transportation duties as needed.

The ideal candidate is dependable, nurturing, patient, and willing to work as part of a team to create a safe and positive experience for children every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing, responsive care to children of varying ages across different classrooms.
• Support children’s learning through play, exploration, conversation, and positive interactions.
• Assist with classroom routines, including feeding, diapering, toilet training, nap supervision, transitions, and outdoor play.
• Help maintain a Reggio Emilia-inspired environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, independence, and respect for children’s ideas.
• Assist with kitchen duties such as setting up meals, cleaning, food distribution, and following food safety procedures.
• Support safe and timely pick-up of after-school children, ensuring all transportation and supervision policies are followed.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming environment at all times.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with staff, directors, children, and families.
• Support licensing, accreditation, and quality improvement expectations.
• Uphold compliance with Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards.
• Participate in required training, coaching, and professional development.
• Work as part of a positive team focused on the well-being and development of children.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required for transportation duties.
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred, or willingness to obtain.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a licensed child care center preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and actively engage with children on the floor, in classrooms, and on the playground.
• Strong teamwork, communication, flexibility, and multitasking skills.
• Must be dependable, patient, nurturing, and professional.
• Willingness to learn and grow with the program.
• Why Work With Us?

Supportive and positive work environment.

• Free child care for eligible staff children, subject to availability, enrollment requirements, and licensing ratios.
• $1,500 retention bonus every 6 months after completing the first 6 months of employment.
• Two weeks of vacation for eligible full-time employees.
• Paid professional development and required training support.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement as Edutainment continues to grow.
• Be part of a growing, quality-focused early learning program.
• Work in an environment inspired by play, creativity, and the Reggio Emilia approach.
• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.

Benefits:
Free child care for eligible staff children
$1,500 retention bonus every 6 months after the first 6 months
Two weeks of vacation
Paid time off
Paid professional development
Opportunities for advancement

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $9.00 - $10.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $9 - $10