Assistant Teacher (49727)

WestCare Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Inc. is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support early childhood education for children from infants to 5 years old in Pembroke Pines, FL. The role focuses on developing vocabulary, social skills, and positive behaviors to prepare children for elementary school.

The position includes day-to-day activities, safety duties, record-keeping, and coordination with parents. CPR/First Aid and CDA or equivalent credential are required or pursued, with possible driving duties and vehicle insurance

Qualifications

• At minimum, must hold National CDA or other early childhood credential that meets or exceeds the requirements of the National CDA
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an annual Tuberculosis test.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe play environment.
• Sanitize toys and play equipment.
• Organize and store toys and materials to keep activity areas orderly.
• Dress children and change diapers.
• Observe and monitor children's play activities.
• Instruct children in health and personal habits (e.g., eating, resting, toilet habits).
• Keep records on individual children (daily observations, meals served).
• Communicate with parents/guardians about daily activities and behaviors.
• Discipline children and guide them toward appropriate behavior.
• Perform administrative tasks (attendance, paperwork, phone calls).
• Regulate children’s rest periods.
• Assist in preparing food and serving meals to children.
• Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas.
• Support emotional and social development and positive self-concepts.
• Participate in recreational activities and outings.

Skills

Bilingual

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates degree in early childhood education/child development (required)

Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education/related field (preferred)

National Early Childhood credential or School-Age Child Care credential (substitute)

Tools

Internal electronic health record software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Pembroke Pines - 1627 Poinciana Drive - Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Education Level: High School
Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly
Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Position Summary

The Assistant Teacher will assist in the day to day activities to prepare children, infants to 5 years, for elementary school by developing their vocabulary, social skills, and behavior.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains a safe play environment
• Sanitize toys and play equipment.
• Organize and store toys and materials to ensure order in activity areas.
• Dress children and change diapers.
• Observes and monitors children's play activities.
• Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits.
• Assist in keeping records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, and meals served.
• Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
• Discipline children and recommend or initiate other measures to control behavior, such as caring for own clothing and picking up toys and books.
• Perform general administrative tasks, such as taking attendance, editing internal paperwork, and making phone calls.
• Regulate children's rest periods.
• Assist in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children.
• Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas.
• Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
• Participate in recreational activities and outings, such as games and field trips.

Certifications / Licenses

• At minimum, must hold National Child Development Associate (CDA) or other early childhood credential that meets or exceeds the requirements of the National CDA and is recognized by regulatory agencies in at least five states.
• Valid drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance.
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an annual Tuberculosis test.

Education

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or a related field is preferred.
• An Associates degree with at least 6 college credit hours in early childhood education/child development is required.
• National Early Childhood credential or an active School-Age Child Care credential may be substituted for formal educational qualifications.

Experience and Competencies

• Must have at least 480 hours experience in childcare setting serving children ages birth through eight years of age.
• Bilingual is preferred.
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an annual Tuberculosis test.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Software Suite.
• Ability to utilize internal electronic health record software.
• Ability to provide an Affidavit of Good Moral Character.
• Clearance in Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Criminal Records Checks, as required.