Assistant Teacher

Sunrise Preschools; Navarre (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Child Development Schools in Navarre, FL is seeking a passionate Childcare Assistant Teacher to support early learning experiences. You will collaborate with the Lead Teacher to deliver age-appropriate activities and help create a warm, safe, and inviting classroom environment where children explore and grow.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, daily communication with families, and documentation of attendance and progress, with emphasis on safety and well-being of young learners.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with families and team
• Ability to work with young children
• Commitment to child safety and well-being

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in delivering age-appropriate lessons and activities
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom meeting licensing ratios
• Engage directly with children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor time
• Observe children and share developmental notes with the Lead Teacher
• Build relationships with families through daily communication
• Assist with attendance and daily reports

Skills

Communication

Patience

Relationship building

Observational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Childcare Assistant Teacher: Granada St, Navarre, FL

Your role

As an Assistant Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will help create a classroom filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. Working alongside your Lead Teacher, you will support young learners through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth. From hands-on activities and storytelling to everyday learning moments, you will help shape a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around them.

You will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and an important part of our collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun.

What your day looks like

• Support the Lead Teacher in delivering age-appropriate lessons and activities for the classroom
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that meets licensing and ratio requirements
• Engage directly with children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor time
• Observe children and share developmental notes with the Lead Teacher
• Build relationships with families through warm, consistent daily communication
• Assist with classroom documentation including attendance and daily reports

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Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a background check
• Genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well-being
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families
• Physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children

A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education and prior experience in a licensed childcare center are a plus, but not required. We hire for character and train for skill.