VPK Assistant Teacher

Big Blue Marble Academy; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible Scheduling

Discounted childcare, 50% off

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

401K

Access your wages in real time

Voluntary life and disability

Health savings account

Industry leading paid time off

Generous referral bonus program

Career advancement opportunities

Family feel environment

Job summary

Big Blue Marble Academy in Tallahassee, FL is seeking an Early Child Care Assistant VPK Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in daily activities and nurture a diverse classroom. You will document milestones with electronic tracking and engage families to support each child’s development.

You will follow safety guidelines, stay active with children for long periods, and have opportunities for career growth toward Center Director through on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, 18+.
• Experience with children; childcare/preschool preferred.
• Complete 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training within required timeframe.
• Meet all Florida DCF requirements.
• Stand for 6–8 hours daily and lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Work with Lead Teacher to facilitate daily activities.
• Partner with families to nurture children and document milestones using electronic tracking.
• Follow enhanced safety guidelines to keep the classroom clean and safe.

Skills

Teamwork

Family partnership

Tech savvy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic daily tracking

Job description

Teamwork, giving back, diversity, and making a difference is the foundation of who we are. Join our team and you’ll enjoy teaching a curriculum that enhances children’s perspectives and understanding of the world outside their community. You’ll become a part of a work community where everyone feels empowered to reach their career goals. Our on-the-job training can pave your career path and development from Assistant Teacher all the way to Center Director.

Why you will enjoy working here:

• Competitive wages
• Flexible Scheduling
• Discounted childcare, 50% off
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• 401K
• Access your wages in real time
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Health savings account
• Industry leading paid time off
• Generous referral bonus program
• CDA Scholarship
• Career advancement opportunities
• Family feel environment

As an Early Child Care Assistant VPK Teacher, you will:

• Work as a team with the Lead Teacher to facilitate daily activities and ensure the classroom is functioning smoothly.
• Partner with families to nurture and care for their children. Showcase your tech savvy skills while using electronic daily tracking to document children’s special milestones.
• Follow enhanced safety guidelines to keep your classroom clean and safe

Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
• Demonstrated experience working with children; child care, daycare, or preschool preferred
• Complete required 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training within the required timeframe, if not already completed.
• Meet all Florida Department of Children and Families requirements
• Employees are required to stand (six to eight hours daily), stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, etc. while working with children.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds
• Must be able to visually supervise children at all times.

Join a team that takes pride in teamwork, giving back and welcoming an inclusive environment. A career with Big Blue Marble Academy will empower you to reach your career goals while making a difference in the lives of the children we serve.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of our background check, pre-hire screenings, and onboarding processes. All employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without cause.

BBMA is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.