State Pre-K Assistant Teacher

La Petite Academy; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Immediate access to benefits

401(k) company match

Master Teacher Program

Job summary

La Petite Academy in Palm Bay, FL is seeking a State Pre-K Assistant Teacher to nurture and educate 4-year-olds in a licensed preschool setting.

You will follow licensing guidelines, observe and plan for each child, and engage families to support Kindergarten readiness and development.

Qualifications

• Associates in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related or an active CDA in Preschool.
• Experience in a licensed childcare center or related field.
• Meet state requirements for education and center requirements.
• Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Responsibilities

• Instruct 4-year-olds according to program requirements.
• Follow licensing guidelines and grant program requirements.
• Observe, assess, and plan for children; communicate with families.
• Implement curriculum and create engaging activities for children.

Skills

Observation & assessment

Family communication

Curriculum implementation

Training & development

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development

Active CDA in Preschool

Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The State Pre-K Assistant Teacher is responsible for instructing 4-year old\'s, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the program. We want change makers who never stop being curious, inventive, and open-hearted to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond.

As an Assistant Teacher, you are:

• Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, company standards and grant program requirements to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom.
• Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
• Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool and development topics.
• Creative! Implement curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who have:

• Associates in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related or an active CDA in Preschool.
• Experience in a licensed childcare center or related field.
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our center requirements.
• Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.