OPS Non-Student Classroom Teacher Assistant, Little Eagles Learning Center

Florida Gulf Coast University; North Lake Village (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University is seeking an OPS Non-Student Classroom Teacher Assistant to support teachers in the classroom and assist with duties such as cleaning the classroom, washing dishes, doing laundry, cleaning the playground, and helping with classroom activities after completing required training.

The role focuses on providing a safe, clean, and nurturing environment for infants through preschool children, requires a high school diploma, and mandates completing DCF trainings within

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must complete 45 DCF training hours within 90 days of hire.
• Must complete 1-hour DCF Safe Sleep Practices for Child Care within 30 days.
• Must complete 5-hour DCF Child care Personnel Orientation or 1 hour Universal Precautions/Exposure Training.
• Must complete Infant/adult CPR and first Aid within 90 days.
• Must complete 5-minute Fire Extinguisher Training by the first day.

Responsibilities

• Assist Teachers to ensure the safety and welfare of infants, toddlers, and preschool children.
• Keep the center clean and healthy by washing dishes, doing laundry, and cleaning classrooms and playground.
• Collaborate with teachers to create a nurturing learning environment.
• Follow center policies, procedures, and health and safety protocols.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

locationsMain Campustime typePart timeposted onPosted 6 Days Agotime left to applyEnd Date: September 30, 2026 (30 days left to apply)job requisition idR0007800Job SummaryThe OPS Non-Student Classroom Teacher Assistant assists staff in the classroom with duties such as general cleaning of the classroom, washing dishes, doing laundry, cleaning the playground and other areas of the center as assigned along with assisting with classroom activities with the children after completion of the required training.Job DescriptionTypical duties include, but not limited to:Assists Teachers to ensure the safety and welfare of infants, toddlers, and preschool children.Ensures a clean, orderly, and healthy environment for the center including but not limited to washing dishes and doing laundry and cleaning the playground and classrooms.Collaborate with teachers to create a nurturing and supportive learning environment that fosters the physical, emotional, and cognitive development of children.Follow center policies and procedures, including health and safety protocols, to ensure compliance and minimize risks to children and staff.Other Duties:Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Additional Job DescriptionMinimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent requiredMust complete 45 DCF training hours within 90 days of hire.Must complete 1-hour DCF Safe Sleep Practices for Child Care within 30 daysMust complete 5-hour DCF Child care Personnel Orientation Course within 7 days or 1 hour Universal Precautions/Exposure Training with director.Must complete Infant/adult CPR and first Aid within 90 days.Must complete 5-minute Fire Extinguisher Training by the first day.Preferred Qualifications:Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.Ability to exercise good judgement.Ability to multitask and work under pressure.Ability to maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials.Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-volume department.Ability to represent the university in a positive and professional manner.Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty, staff, students, and the general public.Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.Possess the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manuals related to the job tasks.Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance, and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and supportive environment.Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicate and collaborate with others to achieve goals.FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.