Toddler Teacher Assistant, Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy

YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-driven organization is seeking a full-time Toddler Teacher Assistant for Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy in St. Petersburg, FL. This role involves supporting classroom activities to create an engaging environment for young children while ensuring to foster the YMCA's core values. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, experience working with children, and a genuine passion for early childhood education.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

75% discount on preschool tuition

Free YMCA wellness center access

Employer-paid retirement contributions

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• 1+ year of experience working with children in a developmental setting.
• Able to work with infants, toddlers, and young children.

Responsibilities

• Help provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young children.
• Support lead teachers with daily activities and classroom supervision.
• Attend to children's basic needs including meals, rest, and outdoor play.

Skills

Caring

Communication

Responsibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA credential or equivalent

DCF MODS completion

Job description

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Job Title: Toddler Teacher Assistant (Full-Time)

Location: Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy -5175 45th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714

We're hiring caring Full-Time Toddler Teacher Assistants to support classroom activities at Lealman Preschool Academy. This is a great opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team with opportunities for training, growth, and professional development.

What You'll Do

• Help provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young children
• Support lead teachers with daily activities and classroom supervision
• Foster the YMCA's core values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring
• Assist with implementing curriculum and guiding structured and free play activities
• Promote positive behavior and help maintain classroom routines
• Attend to children's basic needs including meals, rest, and outdoor play
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and family engagement events
  
  

What We're Looking For

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• CDA credential or equivalent preferred
• Completion of DCF MODS (Introductory Child Care Training, Parts 1 & 2)
• 1+ year of experience working with children in a developmental setting
• Able to work with infants, toddlers, and young children both indoors and outdoors
• Must pass a Level 2 background screening and 10-panel drug test
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, hear, and lift up to 40 lbs
• Must be comfortable participating in activities and engaging physically with children
• Vision requirements include close/distance vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $14.75-$20 per hour (based on experience)
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday
• Benefits (if eligible):
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 75% discount on preschool tuition
• Free before/after school care for school-age children
• Free YMCA wellness center access for your household
• Employer-paid retirement contributions
  

Join a team that's making a difference in children's lives every day. If you're ready to support early learning in a positive and professional environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Contact: Tracey Frank, Executive Director of Early Childhood Education - [e-mail]

Salary: $14.75 - $20.00 per hour

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