Head Start Teacher Assistant

Redland Christian Migrant Association; Spring Hill (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Classroom Assistant to support day-to-day classroom operations and the implementation of lesson plans. This full-time position requires a High School Diploma and involves helping young children develop their skills in a nurturing environment. The role offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Teacher Break Pay

Sick Leave

PTO

Employer Paid Health Benefits

8% Non-Matching Retirement

14 Company Paid Holidays

Pet Insurance

Basic $30,000 Life Insurance Policy

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Qualifications

• Enroll in CDA within 90 days of hire.
• Complete CDA and enroll for an Associate Degree within 2 years.
• Valid Florida driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with developmentally appropriate activities.
• Guide children's basic concept development.
• Maintain classroom safety and cleanliness.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

Associate Degree in Education

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for supporting the needs by assisting the teacher with the day-to-day operation and management of the classroom. Assisting with guiding and directing the learning experiences for children by providing a developmentally appropriate learning environment.

Please apply online at www.youthrivefl.org

Only completed and signed applications will be considered.

Full Time Position - Benefits Eligible: Teacher Break Pay, Sick, PTO, Employer paid health benefits, 8% non-matching retirement, 14 company paid holidays, Pet Insurance, Basic $30,000 Life Insurance Policy, and Long-Term Disability (LTD). Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am-3:30pm

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Assists teacher with providing developmentally appropriate activities to enhance physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of children in the classroom, ensuring each child’s individual needs are met. Implements lesson plans in collaboration with teacher using established curricula ensuring that small group, large group, and individual experiences are provided.
2. Guides children in developing basic concepts as prescribed in education, nutrition, health, dental, and mental health. Prepares children for screening and exam procedures such as vision, hearing, dental, speech, and developmental to encourage successful completion.
3. Assists teacher with ongoing observation and assessment on each child within the classroom utilizing required tracking. Daily observation will include anecdotal notes, health checks, and other tracking requirements.
4. Assists teacher in maintaining Education Child Portfolio for each child in the classroom with required and current documentation.
5. Works in partnership with the teacher in identifying any child with a suspected delay or any other area of concern.
6. Supports the teacher in the implementation of LEA IEPs.
7. Implements and documents organized play in the outdoor learning environment. Provides appropriate guidance to promote children’s gross motor skills. Balances indoor and outdoor activities to stimulate both cognitive growth and physical skills.
8. Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly classroom and playground. Monitors and reports to supervisor in writing any needed repairs and takes appropriate action to correct any unsafe areas.

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Education: Minimum requirement of High School Diploma or Equivalent. Must enroll at 90 days of hire to complete Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential within 9 months. Once the CDA program is complete, must enroll to complete Associate Degree within 2 years.

Experience: No experience required.

Licenses & Certifications: Valid Florida driver’s license and be insurable by Company’s current insurance carrier. Subject to legal requirements/background checks.

Physical Requirements: Talking, standing, sitting, squatting, kneeling, use of fingers, arms, hands, legs, walking, stretching/reaching, handling, grasping, climbing, bending at the waist, turning, balancing, pushing, pulling, use of depth perception, carrying and lifting (up to 65 lbs.), and driving. Good eyesight and hearing (correctable) are essential.

Work Environment: Primarily in Head Start facilities in Hernando, Sumter, and Volusia counties, with occasional travel. Office environment and outdoor work with occasional use of a vehicle.