Daycare Assistant Teacher

My First Years Preschool; Pine Island (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking passionate individuals to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work with children from six weeks to kindergarten, allowing you to make a significant impact on their development. With a focus on creating a nurturing and engaging environment, you will assist in implementing daily activities and maintaining a safe space for learning. Enjoy a flexible work-life balance and a supportive atmosphere that values your growth and development. If you're looking for a fulfilling career that makes a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Training & development

Professional Development

Low child-to-teacher ratios

Monthly classroom budget

Weekly planning time

Paid background check

Paid sick days

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required for all applicants.
• Understanding of child development and classroom management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teacher with curriculum and daily activities.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for children.
• Support conflict management and positive communication.

Skills

Communication Skills

Child Development Principles

Classroom Management

Conflict Management

Positive Attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

DCF 45 hours

Job description

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary
2. Employee discounts
3. Paid time off
4. Training & development
5. Professional Development: Room for growth within the company
6. Low child-to-teacher ratios
7. Monthly classroom budget
8. Weekly planning time
9. Paid background check
10. PTO
11. Paid sick days
12. Paid holidays
13. Childcare discount
14. Pay scale: $15-$16 per hour

Job Summary:

Your skills and expertise will shine since you'll start teaching an age group that suits you best. By joining our school family, you can build strong connections, teach children new skills, and go home each day feeling satisfied you made a difference. Enjoy plenty of different opportunities to work with children as young as six weeks old up until they start kindergarten. If you want a work environment with new surprises every day and crave a flexible work-life balance, you’re in the perfect place!

Responsibilities:

1. Assist the lead teacher in carrying out the curriculum and daily activities, including long and short-range goals.
2. Maintain a consistent daily routine, including classroom structures, mealtimes, physical play, a nap period, and outside play.
3. Assist in conflict management between children in the classroom; teach them skills they still need to learn.
4. Being respectful and creating partnerships with your co-workers; must possess a solid ability to communicate positively and openly.
5. Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment for children and staff; this includes cleaning responsibilities throughout the day.

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or GED required
2. DCF 45 hours required (if you're new to the industry, you can complete in office)
3. Understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management
4. Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines
5. Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
6. Energetic and positive attitude

Get started in a career that gives you the freedom and flexibility you need to thrive.

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