Full-Time Early Childhood Assistant

Sarasota County Schools; South Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarasota County Schools seeks a Pre-School/Child Care Aide to support classrooms with developmentally appropriate activities and supervise students under certified staff. The role requires strong communication, basic computer use, and the ability to follow directions in a busy elementary setting.

The position emphasizes safety, supervising meals and outdoor activities, and assisting with records, reports, and family engagement as part of a collaborative district team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Florida Child Care Credential or FCCPC or CDA or CCAC or ECPC or AA/AS or 60 hours.
• Bachelor’s degree in ECE/Child Development preferred.
• Eligible for Florida Teaching Certification in ECE/Prekindergarten/Elementary or ESE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of students as assigned.
• Maintain a safe, healthy learning environment and supervise children in all learning activities.
• Plan for and provide developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Supervise outdoor activities.
• Assist with meals and snacks; assist children with personal hygiene.
• Establish relationships with families of students and communicate with staff.
• Follow School Board policies and rules.

Skills

Communicate effectively

Follow directions

Work independently

Basic knowledge of children

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Florida Child Care Credential / FCCPC / CDA / CCAC / ECPC / AA/AS or 60 hours

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development (preferred)

Florida Teaching Certification in ECE/Prekindergarten/Elementary or ESE (preferred)

Job description

Sarasota County Schools seeks a Pre-School/Child Care Aide to support classrooms with developmentally appropriate activities and supervise students under certified staff. The role requires strong communication, basic computer use, and the ability to follow directions in a busy elementary setting.

The position emphasizes safety, supervising meals and outdoor activities, and assisting with records, reports, and family engagement as part of a collaborative district team.