Starting Salary:
$20/hr
Panther Extended Care is an LHISD-sponsored before and after-school childcare program for elementary students. We provide a safe, structured environment with homework time, outdoor play, enrichment activities, and social development opportunities. Our staff maintains a positive, inclusive atmosphere while ensuring student safety and supervision. We support working families with reliable care from dismissal until 6:00 PM and morning care options.
The State Board for Educator Certification will require all first-time applicants for an initial credential to be fingerprinted as part of a national criminal background check.
Equal Opportunity Employer
From PDF Description
Job Description: Panther Care Site Leader
Job Title: Panther Care Site Leader FLSA: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Coordinator of Student Programs and Resources Funding Source: Local
Dept/Campus: District/Assigned Campus Pay Grade: $20.00 per hour
Date Revised: April 2024 Service Calendar: 190 Days
PROFILE OF A LIBERTY HILL EDUCATOR
Liberty Hill ISD Educators are compassionate leaders, effective collaborators, adaptable thinkers,
determined problem-solvers, and skilled communicators.
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Ensure safe and orderly supervision of students enrolled in the LHISD Panther Care Program. Report to
the Panther Care Program during assigned hours (before and/or after school) to the assigned LHISD
location.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification
● High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
● Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
● Ability to manage student behavior.
● Ability to read and verbally communicate with children, staff, and parents.
● Ability to work with groups of children in a positive manner.
● Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
● Ability to relate to children and adults with courtesy, respect, acceptance, compassion, and
patience.
Experience
● Experience in a childcare or school setting.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
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All LHISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for
employee and student information.
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Job Description: Panther Care Site Leader
● Supervise and ensure safety and security of children in the classroom, on outings, and to
and from outside play areas.
● Create staff schedules for their campus.
● Conduct regular inventory of supplies and snacks and communicate needs to supervisor.
● Determine student discipline consequences.
● Communicate with staff and parents regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions
taken.
● Manage student behavior according to the LHISD Student Code of Conduct and
handbook.
● Maintain discipline; report significant student discipline problems to supervisor. Instruct
students on safe behavior when needed.
● Coordinate with the principal on campus when facilities need to be shared.
● Collaborate with other Campus Site Leaders to coordinate and provide childcare for
campus PD days.
● Ensure facilities are clean and that trash is taken out daily.
● Correct unsafe conditions in the work area that could cause an accident and inform the
supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
● Fill in for teacher shortages or last minute cancellations.
● Work varied hours based on school schedule.
● Complete required LHISD compliance training.
Safety
● Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting
and climbing.
● Follow district safety protocols and emergency protocols.
● Review emergency procedures regularly.
● Maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first-aid certifications.
Other
● Participate in staff meetings and special events as assigned.
● Participate in staff development activities to improve job performance and meet state
childcare licensing standards.
● Assigned duties may vary based on campus assignment.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
● Panther Care staff oversight
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All LHISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for
employee and student information.
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Job Description: Panther Care Site Leader
MENTAL/PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
● Tools/Equipment Used: Standard classroom equipment such as toys, playgrounds, games,
etc., computer, printer, two-way radio.
● Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping.
● Motion: Moderate walking, climbing, lifting, balancing, and handling or moving materials.
● Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying.
● Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement
weather); exposure to noise; frequent exposure to bodily fluids.
● Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
and self-control in the presence of children.
The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties,
responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all
functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.
Employee Name (printed):________________________________________________________________
Employee Signature:___________________________________________ Date:_____________________
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All LHISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for
employee and student information.
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