Pre-School/Child Care Aide

Sarasota; Florida; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarasota School District seeks a dedicated classroom assistant to support teachers and supervise students in daily learning activities within a Florida setting. The role emphasizes safety, developmentally appropriate instruction, and collaboration with families and staff to maintain a positive learning environment.

Required credentials and strong communication are essential, with the ability to follow directions and work with diverse learners as part of a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Florida child care credential or higher.
• AA/AS degree or 60-hour equivalent or Para Pro certification.
• Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred.
• Eligible for Florida teaching certification preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of students as assigned.
• Maintain a safe, healthy learning environment and supervise children in all learning activities.
• Plan for and provide developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Assist in serving meals and snacks.
• Assist children with personal hygiene, including diaper changing and toileting.
• Establish, where feasible, relationships with families of students.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned.
• Assist in creating a safe learning environment.
• Assist staff members with behavioral management.
• Assist with the development of instructional materials.
• Assist with the preparation of accurate records and reports.
• Assist with assessing student progress.
• Communicate effectively with staff.
• Use specialized equipment as required.
• Intervene, when appropriate, to situations concerning discipline of students.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Provide for a safe and secure workplace.
• Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
• Maintain positive relationships with staff and vendors.
• Participate in workshops and training sessions as required.
• Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• Follow all School Board policies, rules and regulations.
• Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• Demonstrate support for the School District and its goals and priorities.
• Sustained focus and attention to detail for extended periods of time.
• Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Skills

Communication

Education

FCCPC / CDA / ECPC / CCAC credential

AA/AS degree or 60-hour equivalent or Para Pro

BA/BS in ECE/Child Development (preferred)

Florida Teaching Certification eligibility (preferred)

Job description

• Current Florida Child Care Credential, Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) or, National Child Development Associate (CDA), or A Child Care Apprenticeship Certificate (CCAC), or An Early Childhood Professional Certificate (ECPC), or
• Associate of Art (AA)/Associate of Science (AS) Degree or sixty (60) hour equivalent from an accredited educational institution or passing score on the Para Pro Assessment Test.
• Bachelor of Art (BA)/Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE)/Child Development (preferred)
• Eligible for Florida Teaching Certification in Early Childhood Education, Prekindergarten, Elementary or Exceptional Student Education (preferred)
• Must be able to communicate effectively

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Basic knowledge and understanding of children. Knowledge of general computer use. Ability to follow directions. Ability to work independently.

REPORTS TO :

Principal or Designee

JOB GOAL

To perform routine tasks independently as assigned under the direction of a certified staff member.

SUPERVISES :

N/A

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assist in the supervision of students as assigned.
• Maintain a safe, healthy learning environment and supervise children in all learning activities.
• Plan for and provide developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Assist in serving meals and snacks.
• Assist children with personal hygiene, including diaper changing and toileting.
• Establish, where feasible, relationships with families of students.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned.
• Assist in creating a safe learning environment.
• Assist staff members with behavioral management.
• Assist with the development of instructional materials.
• Assist with the preparation of accurate records and reports.
• Assist with assessing student progress.
• Communicate effectively with staff.
• Use specialized equipment as required.
• Intervene, when appropriate, to situations concerning discipline of students.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Provide for a safe and secure workplace.
• Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
• Maintain positive relationships with staff and vendors.
• Participate in workshops and training sessions as required.
• Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• Follow all School Board policies, rules and regulations.
• Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• Demonstrate support for the School District and its goals and priorities.
• Sustained focus and attention to detail for extended periods of time.
• Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.

EVALUATION :

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.