Early Childhood Classroom Aide - Head Start

Catholic Charities Careers; Leisure City (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities Careers in Leisure City, FL seeks a non-exempt Child Development Teacher/Aide to deliver developmentally appropriate activities in accordance with Head Start, COA, and NAEYC standards. The role emphasizes documentation, safety, and regulatory compliance, with potential transfers to meet agency needs.

You will support teachers, engage families, develop daily plans, and ensure accurate meal counts and health checks, while maintaining professional conduct and adherence to safety

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 45 DCF hours or completion within 90 days of hire.
• National Child Development Associate (CDA) or completion within 24 months.
• Supervised teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides developmentally appropriate activities following HS, COA, NAEYC guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Assists in daily lesson planning and learning experiences aligned to children's needs.
• Fosters family engagement and partnerships to prepare children for kindergarten.
• Maintains safety, health, and sanitation practices and completes required documentation.
• Conducts home visits when required and supports accurate meal counts and health checks.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

45 DCF hours

National Child Development Associate (CDA)

Supervised teaching experience

Job description

Catholic Charities Careers in Leisure City, FL seeks a non-exempt Child Development Teacher/Aide to deliver developmentally appropriate activities in accordance with Head Start, COA, and NAEYC standards. The role emphasizes documentation, safety, and regulatory compliance, with potential transfers to meet agency needs.

You will support teachers, engage families, develop daily plans, and ensure accurate meal counts and health checks, while maintaining professional conduct and adherence to safety