Substitute Teacher Assistant for Head Start - $144 per day

Busybee Teachers; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 22,509 - 30,627; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Opportunities to work across multiple[

Hands-on experience in early childhood

Job summary

Busybee Teachers is seeking dependable Summer substitute teacher assistants to support Head Start classrooms around Hillsborough County (Tampa, FL). You will step in when staff is unavailable, help with routines, and support a safe, engaging environment for 0–5 year olds.

Work with lead teachers and staff to meet developmental needs. Flexible assignments based on availability, with a daily rate of $144 and opportunities to gain hands-on early childhood classroom experience across multiple

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (some college preferred).
• 40-Hour DCF Introductory Child Care Certification.
• CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Fire Extinguisher Certification.
• Eligible for Level II background screening.
• Reliable, professional, and comfortable working with children ages 0–5.

Responsibilities

• Step into classrooms when regular staff is unavailable
• Assist with daily classroom routines and activities
• Support a safe, structured, and engaging environment
• Help meet the social, emotional, and developmental needs of young children
• Work alongside lead teachers and classroom staff as needed

Skills

Background check eligibility

Childcare aptitude

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

40-Hour DCF Introductory Child Care Certification

CPR and First Aid Certification

Fire Extinguisher Certification

Job description

Substitute Teacher Assistant for Head Start - $144 per day

Job Openings Substitute Teacher Assistant for Head Start - $144 per day

About the job Substitute Teacher Assistant for Head Start - $144 per day

Substitute Teacher Assistant – Head Start (Tampa, FL) Flexible Pay | $144/Day

Busybee Teachers is looking for dependable and dedicated Summer substitute teacher assistants to support Head Start classrooms across Hillsborough County (Tampa, FL). These roles support early childhood classrooms serving children ages 0–5. Whether you're looking for occasional work or consistent classroom experience, we offer flexible assignments based on your availability.

What You’ll Do:

• Step into classrooms when regular staff is unavailable
• Assist with daily classroom routines and activities
• Support a safe, structured, and engaging environment
• Help meet the social, emotional, and developmental needs of young children
• Work alongside lead teachers and classroom staff as needed

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (some college preferred)
• 40-Hour DCF Introductory Child Care Certification
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Fire Extinguisher Certification
• Eligible for Level II background screening
• Reliable, professional, and comfortable working with children ages 0–5

If you are not yet DCF certified, contact Busybee Teachers and we will guide you through the certification process.

What You’ll Get:

• $144 per day ($18 per hour)
• Flexible scheduling based on your availability
• Opportunities to work across multiple Head Start centers
• Hands-on experience in early childhood classrooms
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in early education

About Busybee Teachers: Busybee Teachers helps PreK-12 schools fill last-minute teacher absences and vacancies with on-demand substitute teachers and educators.

Location: Hillsborough County / Tampa, FL

Pay: $160/day ($20/hour)

Schedule: Flexible | Day-to-day and short-term assignments available