Head Start Extended Day Classroom Assistant

You Thrive Fl; Brooksville (FL); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision & Dental plans

403B retirement

Life Insurance

AD&D coverage

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

You Thrive Florida is hiring for a Full-Time position at Brooksville Head Start in Brooksville, FL. The role involves assisting teachers with developmentally appropriate activities and ensuring safe, engaging classrooms.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, with a CDA or FCCPC preferred; CPR/First Aid certification and a Florida driver’s license are required. Benefits eligible on completion of probation.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED required; CDA or FCCPC at time of hire.
• Must obtain/maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid Florida driver’s license; insurable by company carrier.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with developmentally appropriate activities.
• Guide children in developing basic concepts across health and nutrition plans.
• Maintain classroom and playground safety and documentation.
• Support implementation of IEPs/IFSPs and meal-time routines.
• Collaborate with teachers and health staff; participate in trainings and parent activities.

Skills

Lesson planning & delivery

Observation & assessment

Child safety & wellbeing

Communication with families

Education

High School diploma or GED

CDA or FCCPC certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

You Thrive Florida is hiring for a Full-Time position at Brooksville Head Start in Brooksville, FL. The role involves assisting teachers with developmentally appropriate activities and ensuring safe, engaging classrooms.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, with a CDA or FCCPC preferred; CPR/First Aid certification and a Florida driver’s license are required. Benefits eligible on completion of probation.