Head Start Classroom Assistant, Nurture Young Minds

You Thrive Florida; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision & Dental plans

403B retirement

Paid holidays

Sick leave & PTO

Life Insurance

Job summary

You Thrive Florida is hiring an assistant teacher to support daily Head Start classroom operations in Hernando, Sumter, and Volusia counties. You will help implement lesson plans, supervise children, and coordinate activities to promote development in all domains.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, family engagement, and safety with a focus on inclusive education and culturally responsive practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement of High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Must enroll to complete CDA Credential within 9 months of starting.
• Plan and implement lesson activities in collaboration with the teacher.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with developmentally appropriate activities.
• Support development of children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual skills.
• Maintain safe, clean classroom and playground.
• Document attendance, health checks, and progress notes.
• Support two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences annually.
• Assist with health and safety drills and reporting.

Skills

Lesson planning

Coordinate activities

Work with children with needs

Communication

Reliability

Written communication

Data interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CDA Credential pathway

Tools

Computer use

Job description

You Thrive Florida is hiring an assistant teacher to support daily Head Start classroom operations in Hernando, Sumter, and Volusia counties. You will help implement lesson plans, supervise children, and coordinate activities to promote development in all domains.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, family engagement, and safety with a focus on inclusive education and culturally responsive practices.