Assistant Teacher

Child Development Schools; Valparaiso (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Child Development Schools seeks an Assistant Teacher in Valparaiso, FL. You will collaborate with the Lead Teacher to create a nurturing classroom that fosters creativity and learning. Engage with children during activities and help maintain a safe environment.

The ideal candidate is energetic, loves working with young children, and is committed to supporting child development through engaging activities and communication with families.

Qualifications

• Experience or familiarity with age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Strong communication skills to build relationships with families.
• Ability to observe and document children's development.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher in delivering lessons.
• Maintain a safe and organized classroom.
• Engage with children during various activities.
• Observe children and document their progress.
• Communicate with families daily.

Skills

Support in classroom activities

Communication with families

Observational skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Assistant Teacher—[Valparaiso, FL]

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.

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

About Child Development Schools

Child Development Schools is a childcare and early education provider with 270+ centers across 11 states, serving over 30,000 children ages six weeks to twelve years. We are committed to providing high‑quality developmental education and supporting the families and communities we serve. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace.

Child Development Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.