Head Start Paraeducator & Early Learning Coach

Polk County Public Schools; Haines City (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools Eastside Elementary in Haines City, Florida, invites applications for the Paraeducator - CDAT Head Start position. This role supports classroom learning and family outreach under Head Start standards.

The CDAT will plan, teach, and assess development, collaborate with certified staff, and help families prepare for kindergarten, ensuring inclusive, developmentally appropriate activities.

Qualifications

• CDA credential or AA/AS in Early Childhood; CDA equivalency (FCCPC) required.
• Must be Voluntary Prekindergarten credentialed by the Florida DDCF.
• Experience in nursery school or preschool settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, teaching, and organizing classroom activities.
• Co-responsible for total classroom operation and curriculum implementation.
• Assist in assessing children's educational, social, and emotional needs.
• Support parent involvement and school-family liaison during transitions to kindergarten.

Skills

CDA credential

AA/AS in Early Childhood

Bilingual/biliterate preferred

Excellent communications

Education

AA/AS in Early Childhood

CDA equivalency (FCCPC)

Voluntary Prekindergarten credential (Florida DCF)

Tools

Nursery/Head Start classroom experience

Job description

Polk County Public Schools Eastside Elementary in Haines City, Florida, invites applications for the Paraeducator - CDAT Head Start position. This role supports classroom learning and family outreach under Head Start standards.

The CDAT will plan, teach, and assess development, collaborate with certified staff, and help families prepare for kindergarten, ensuring inclusive, developmentally appropriate activities.