Childcare Assistant Teacher Toddlers

Discovery Point; Lutz (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Point is seeking a Childcare Assistant Teacher in Florida to support the lead teacher in planning engaging lessons and guiding children through activities aligned with our approved curriculum. You will promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth while ensuring a safe, healthy classroom.

The role requires meeting state licensing requirements, knowledge of early childhood education, and the ability to obtain CPR/Fire Safety training as needed.

Qualifications

• Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience.
• Knowledge of early childhood education and curriculum.
• Knowledge of child care licensing rules and regulations.
• Ability to obtain training in CPR/Fire Safety and other training required.
• Must be able to meet all state requirements for Assistant Teachers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with planning lessons and instructing children in activities.
• Help maintain a safe and healthy learning environment.
• Support implementation of approved child care curriculum to promote growth and development.

Skills

Early childhood education

Curriculum knowledge

Licensing rules awareness

Safety training readiness

Education

State licensing requirements

Job description

Role: Childcare Assistant Teacher

As a Discovery Point Childcare Assistant Teacher, you will assist the lead teacher with planning lessons and instructing children in activities according to the approved child care curriculum designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth and development. You will also be responsible for maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment.

Childcare Assistant Teacher Qualifications:

• Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience
• Knowledge of early childhood education and curriculum
• Knowledge of child care licensing rules and regulations
• Ability to obtain training in CPR/Fire Safety and other training required
• Must be able to meet all state requirements for Assistant Teachers

Teaching and working at Discovery Point is more than just a “daycare job.” It’s an opportunity to impact the lives of the children in your community with a rewarding career path in child care. Our staff is the heart of each of our childcare centers. Their dedication and focus on caring for and educating the children in their care is such a vital part of what makes Discovery Point so special. We’re expanding our team with positions available at several of our centers for child care. Careers like these need qualified applicants who work well with children and have a passion for education — and for having fun!