Toddler assistant teacher jobs in The Villages, FL

Compensation Salary Schedule To provide an appropriate educational atmosphere which encourages positive student learning and to participate in a dynamic setting with other classroom teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists and other staff members in the development and implementation of the school's programs and goals. Responsibilities and Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution 2. Certification or eligible for certification by the Florida State Department of Education to teach in the State of Florida KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of prescribed curriculum and child development; ability to communicate effectively using written and oral communication skills; knowledge of current research; basic knowledge of technology; planning and organizational skills; ability to manage the classroom and supervise students; skill in analyzing, diagnosing and evaluating student progress and programs; knowledge of varied learning styles; ability to use effective, positive interpersonal skills. Commitment to a core set of beliefs about teaching, learning, and ongoing professional development. REPORTS TO: School Principal JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Works with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands-on programs and activities for students and the school. 2. Participates as an active member with other faculty and staff. 3. Participates in a cooperative effort with faculty and staff to plan, implement and evaluate programs of continuing school improvement. 4. Manages classroom and supervises proper care of equipment used. 5. Participates in personal professional growth activities focused on the acquisition of new and improved skills and knowledge. 6. Diagnoses and analyzes student progress and programs for the purpose of providing appropriate instruction based on the developmental stages of students. 7. Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques to meet the individual needs of students. 8. Utilizes technology and current research in instruction. 9. Evaluates students' progress on a regular basis. 10. Utilizes classroom management techniques conducive to an effective classroom climate. 11. Shows sensitivity to students, parents and the community and promotes student self-esteem. 12. Maintains professional relationship between school and parents. 13. Maintains contact with parents through parent-teacher conferences, telephone, or written communications. 14. Encourages parental involvement through school activities, connecting home and school. 15. Maintains all records as required, including but not limited to grade books, attendance records and student progress reports. 16. Assists in the protection of student and school property. 17. Responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by OCPS. With the support of the district, attends training to ensure skill level in various technologies is at the level required to perform in current position. 18. Responsible for timely and accurate information they maintain as part of their job responsibilities. 19. Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal. ADA COMPLIANCE: Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (l2-20 pounds). Sensory Requirements: Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease or pathogenic substances. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions as set forth in the negotiated contract between the School Board of Orange County, Florida and the Orange County Classroom Teachers Association.

The position is responsible for implementing and supervising all aspects of daily activities for youth and the Co-Teacher is responsible for working to provide a successful program that will foster Children's social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth in a safe and well-organized environment. Our Culture Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. We are the Y. Job Responsibilities Provide a safe and healthy environment, both physically and mentally, to ensure the operation of a quality Child Development (Afterschool) program. Assist in the planning and implementing of the daily lesson plans that fit the children's needs and interests. Take responsibility for the safety of the children in the child development environment and the quality of the supplies, equipment and materials in the child development area. Make sure proper procedures are followed for sign-in/out of children on a daily basis. Report all accidents to the Supervisor, and completely fills out proper health log and/or accident/incident form. Assume equal share of the regular housekeeping chores such as cleaning, preparing for daily activities and cleaning up after projects. Report all suspicions of child abuse to proper authorities. Participate in member retention, special events and fundraising. Complete all paperwork clearly and concisely. Remain up to date on emergency procedures and family center policies. All other duties assigned by management. Requirements Minimum age 16 years or older. 1 year of childcare experience preferred CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date. Work Environment & Physical Demands Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, which may include weekends and holidays as needed. Must be willing to work an on-call schedule rotation as required. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The physical activities of this position include: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions. May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. in various forms, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The employee must be able to perform medium work. May be required to sit, stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time. Must exhibit patience and understanding. Receives and follows detailed instructions. Must be alert at all times, keeping safety in mind. Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor environment and children's well-being. Talking is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, with or without correction Must be capable of working under pressure in a somewhat disruptive environment. Disclaimers Must complete successful background screening, which includes criminal and employment verification. All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA promotes an equal employment opportunity work place which includes reasonable accommodation of otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please see your manager should you have any questions about this policy or these job duties. This may not be all-inclusive and employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management. Salary Description Starting at $15.00

Anchor Academy is a best-in-class early care and education program that offers more than a "daycare" for our student by focusing on developing 21st-century skills for all early learners. Through age appropriate programing, Anchor Academy serves children age 12 months to 12 years. The mission of Anchor Academy is to establish a community-centric organization where families feel connected to one another, to create a healthy environment for the children and teachers, provide the highest level of professional development, and cultivate sustainable business practices. Job Description The Assistant Teacher is responsible for the supervision and care of a class of Infants (12 months - 24 months age) in accord with the goals and curriculum plan of Anchor Academy. The principal duties of the Infant Teacher include: conducting focused observations of children, developing action plans, carrying out activities on a daily basis and evaluating the effectiveness of child development activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of the children, maintaining regular communication with parents, and contributing to the effective operation of the overall early care and education center. The Infant Teacher reports to the Center Director and Assistant Director. Qualifications High School Diploma Relevant childcare experience High energy! Self starter and good leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills Must clear full background check Needs to get DCF mandated 45 hours Needs to get CDA or a DCF staff credential Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Teacher's Aide for the 2026-2027 School Year The Geneva School is a mission-driven school established in 1993. Our mission is to provide students in grades K4-12 an extraordinary education, by means of an integrated curriculum, pedagogy and culture, both distinctly classical and distinctively Christian, that pursues goodness, truth, and beauty in all spheres of life, while viewing these spheres as elements of divinely ordered whole. Further, Geneva seeks to instill in student's desire to love beauty, think deeply, and pursue Christ's calling. As a mission-driven school, faculty members play a central role in fulfilling our mission. Hired by the Directors of Lower School, the Teacher's Aide is a non-exempt position that takes direction from the grade-level supervising teacher to whom they are assigned. We have full-time and part-time positions available. The aide supports teachers in providing an education to students that orders their loves and renews their minds in preparation for service in the Kingdom of God. I. Essential Duties Specific Job Responsibilities: Assist teachers with administrative duties and activity preparation so that they may primarily focus on teaching Prepare classroom materials as directed. This includes- Completing weekly preparations from teacher planning sessions Preparing any additional materials requested by teachers throughout the week Preparing teaching materials for long-term unit projects and special holiday activities (e.g., Scrapbook, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Mother's Day) Assist in the planning of and prepare materials for field trips and feast days Prepare information for and facilitate communication with parents (e.g., Friday folders) Assist with classroom set up at the beginning of the year and takedown at the end of the year Monitor and order classrooms supplies At supervising teacher's discretion, complete non-subjective grading (All subjective grading, such as writing assignments, comprehension questions, spelling sentences, and even certain math tests, should be done by the teacher) Monitor the budget for the grade level: complete paper work to order supplies and inventory ordered materials Supervise students under the direction of the teacher(s). This may include- Monitoring students in the classroom during morning or afternoon carpool Monitoring students during recess and lunch Escorting students to and from special classes Assisting teachers with specific large group activities in the classroom Work one-on-one with individual students as directed Refer parental questions regarding students to supervising teacher Communicate with supervising teacher about student issues Take initiative when working by seeking and starting a new task once a previous one has been completed Maintain confidentiality about Geneva students and families Other Job Requirements: The following requirements are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the Teacher's Aide position and are not intended to be inclusive. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, as defined by law, to perform any essential functions. Lift 20 lbs. occasionally and 10 lbs. frequently Sit frequently and stand and walk on varied surfaces Bend, stoop, crouch, push, pull, climb, balance, kneel, crawl Use hands/arms to reach in any direction and seize, grasp, hold, and turn objects using hand(s). Use fingers, versus the whole hand, to pick, pinch, and feel objects. See, talk, and hear to communicate with others in person, electronically, by phone, or by radio. Visual functions include the ability to identify and distinguish colors and bring an object into sharp focus. II. Personal Profile Required Skills and Experience: Loves and enjoys students Has strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills Communicates well with adults and children Interacts in a professional manner with colleagues, students, and parents Supports and maintains a positive and encouraging atmosphere within the classroom Has an attitude of service toward students, parents and teachers Familiarity with child development Previous work with children is preferred Familiarity with office suite software; publishing software experience is preferred CPR trained and certified is preferred Intrinsic Qualities: Ascribes to and agrees to live in accordance with The Geneva School's statement of faith Holds oneself to a high standard of honesty and integrity Able to work effectively both in collaboration with other professionals and on own initiative Professional and approachable in appearance and attitude Willingness to learn new skills Self-motivated with a positive ‘can do' approach to work Reliable/dependable Detail-oriented Able to search for solutions Practices good stewardship of the school's resources Enjoys working around children and is able to form and monitor appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people. III. Employment Information The Geneva School prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical disability, handicap, or any other consideration protected by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities and in full accord with The Geneva School's statement of faith and the school's statement of mission, vision and values. Interested applicants please apply at **************************************************

Job DescriptionVPK Lead Teacher ???? Shape Bright Futures ???? Join us in providing exceptional, community-focused early childhood education where every child learns, grows, and thrives. As a VPK Lead Teacher, you'll guide preschoolers through their final step after kindergarten-building confidence, curiosity, and school readiness. What You'll Do Deliver engaging VPK curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten success. Use CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System) practices to foster meaningful interactions. Plan and lead activities that promote academic and social-emotional growth. Ensure a safe, nurturing classroom environment with structured daily routines. Partner with families and mentor junior team members to support every child's journey. What You Bring CDA Credential (required). Florida Staff Credential (required). Completion of VPK Instructor Courses (required). Familiarity with CLASS. 1-2 years of classroom teaching experience. Passion, leadership, and a collaborative spirit. Why Join Us Pay Range: $15.00-$20.00/hour (based on region, education & experience). A growth-focused culture with training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities. ???? Be the teacher who sparks a lifelong love of learning. Apply today and inspire tomorrow.

Overview Join The Nest Schools TODAY! We are seeking enthusiastic, high-quality childcare teachers who understand the value of Early Childhood Education! LOCATION: WINTER GARDEN NEST Childcare Lead Teacher/Assistant Teacher depends on education and years of experience) PAY RANGE: Determined based on years of experience and education ($12-$19.25) - ask us how you can move up the Career ladder!!! BENEFITS:We ACTIVELY strive to be a “Best Workplace” for all our teachers and staff via numerous programs designed around our core values of WELLNESS, INNOVATION, KINDNESS, and FUN!How do we achieve this? Nest Eggs Reward & Recognition Program Mentor Programs Funday Mondays Nest University - the most INNOVATIVE approach, ANYWHERE to providing training and certificate programs leading to real career opportunities in the field of Early Childhood Education in the childcare/preschool space We offer all the perks - and they keep getting better Industry-leading BENEFITS and PAY A team of childcare experts to help you plan and grow your career within The Nest 50% discount on childcare (up to a $8,000 annual value) space permitting Staff events and off-site team building Fellowship with other teachers both regionally and throughout the company Paid ECE advancement All the resources and materials are provided for you to carry out the hard work you do! Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Previous Childcare Experience preferred. Early Childhood Education preferred IF you are a current Teacher/Assistant Teacher in the field of Early Childhood Education, IF you currently feel you have hit a career wall and are you looking for a new opportunity with better compensation, support, and a career that offers growth opportunities, look no further! Join The Nest Schools TODAY! Learn more at ********************************** Pay Range USD $12.00 - USD $19.00 /Hr.

Responsible for day-to-day operation and management of the classroom. Responsible for guiding and directing the learning experiences for infants and toddlers by providing a developmentally appropriate learning environment. Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:30am - 5:30pm (8 hour range-TBD) Please apply online at ******************* Only completed and signed applications will be considered. Full Time Position- Benefits Eligible: Teacher Break Pay, Sick, PTO, Employer paid health benefits, 403B retirement, 14 company paid holidays, Pet Insurance, Basic $30,000 Life Insurance Policy, Long-Term Disability Insurance (LTD) and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D). Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Maintains an open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child and family. Encourages each child's family to be actively involved in the Early Learning Programs. Promotes/supports parent-child bonding and nurturing parent-child relationships. Promotes/supports feelings of security and trust in infants and toddlers. Greets chidlren and their parents/caregivers warmly and with enthusiasm each morning and is transitioned to become a part of the learning environment. Talks, sings, and reads to children frequently throughout the day. Responds quickly and consistently in a soothing and tender manner to child cries or calls of distress and to needs for food and comfort. Implements individualized feeding plans and shares family-style meals; models manners and good nutrition. Tends to children' personal hygiene needs, remaining especially attentive to but not limited to: routines such as diaper changing, cleaning, feeding, and changing soiled or wet clothes. Respects children' curiosity about each other; ensures that children treat each other gently. Organizes each day's activities to provide children with a variety of individualized experiences and opportunities that allow them to develop curiosity, initiative, problem-solving skills, and creativity, as well as a sense of security and a feeling of belonging to the group. Conducts developmental screenings and ongoing assessments of children to determine motor, language, social, cognitive perceptual and emotional skills. Completes timely, neat, accurate documentation of screenings, assessments, individualized plans, attendance, daily health checklist, feedings, daily activity logs for parents/caregivers, inventories, and other documentation as may be deemed necessary for providing quality services. Completes menu worksheet for children. Maintains a safe, clean, care-giving environment, practices good personal hygiene and hand washing, and assures the well-being and safety of all of the children in that environment. Maintains a positive, calm attitude and a pleasant, soothing voice, and models this attitude and voice for parents and others working or volunteering in the program. Maintains a cooperative attitude of working together with other teachers and supervisors, parents and volunteers in planning and implementing activities for the program/classroom. Utilizes developmentally appropriate discipline techniques. Protects all children from physical punishment or verbal abuse by anyone in any program activity and immediately reports any such incident to the Site Supervisor or person in charge. Provides the physical safety of each child from arrival time until departure time. Assists the Site Supervisor in teaching and modeling developmentally appropriate practices for parents/caregivers in caring for their young children. Observes children to detect signs of illness, injury, abuse, neglect, emotional disturbance, or other special needs, and reports these signs immediately to the Site Supervisor or person in charge. Plans activities for children with special needs, with training and technical assistance from disabilities and mental health specialists; implements individual education plans, behavior management plans, and/or individualized services or activities as outlined for these children. Attends all training opportunities and staff meetings as provided and scheduled. Performs any other tasks deemed necessary by supervisors. Demonstrates proficiency and application in the learning environment of the CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System). Guides children in developing basic concepts as prescribed in the education, nutrition, health, dental and mental health plans. Develops Education Child Portfolio for each child in the classroom with required and current documentation and ensures accuracy and completion. Ensures referral is completed and submitted to the appropriate service area for any infant and toddler old with suspected delay or any other area of concern. Participates in supporting the family with the implementation process of the IFSP/IEP in collaboration with the Behavior and Development Team and Early Steps. Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly classroom and playground area. Monitors and reports in writing to supervisor about any needed repairs and takes appropriate action to correct any unsafe area. Establishes and maintains an adequately supplied classroom, ensuring the physical and developmental needs of children are met. Prepares requests for and purchases all classroom supplies/equipment with supervisor's approval. Provides and participates in learning experiences that allow children to solve problems, initiate activities, explore environments, and develop language through hands-on learning. Supports the development of children's positive self-concept and social skills through the promotion of cultural and ethnic acceptance and experiences. Provides direct supervision to children at all times; maintaining child/staff ratios in accordance with policies and regulations. Provides information to Site Supervisor of any known reason for child absence. Ensures regular safety and fire/storm drills are conducted and assures that emergency procedures and evacuation routes are posted in the classroom. Recruits parents/caregivers as volunteers in the classroom/center and acquaints them in the classroom. Documents/reports parent participation in center activities. Prepares parent bulletin board and ensures compliance with program standards. Emphasizes the importance of cleanliness/hygiene, assuring that hand washing takes place at appropriate times throughout the day including but not limited to after diaper changing/toileting, nose cleaning, and before/after mealtime. Ensures children's hands and face are clean upon departing for the day. Promotes and assists children with toothbrush routine after lunch. Assists in the recruitment of children for the program. Participates in community activities as requested that enhance the Early Head Start program. Maintains appropriate documentation required by USDA/Child Care Food Program and ensures quality of data and timelines for completion. Actively participates in center/classroom activities, parent meetings and annual parent activities as requested. Acts as an advocate and role model for Early Learning Program families. Recruits children for the program. Assists in the development and implementation of the annual training plan, including pre-service, in-service, and ongoing training requirements. Attends and actively participates in trainings and staff meetings. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of client, staff and agency information. Maintains effective working interaction with coworkers and outside contacts that will enhance the operation of the Early Learning Program. Organizes and prioritizes all assignments as directed. Participates in community activities that enhance ELP programs as directed. Participates in Community Assessment and Self-Assessment and performs reasonable related functions. Uses and follows the policies/procedures of You Thrive FL ELP, federal, state and local regulations/laws, and federal regulations/laws including , applicable transmittal notices, and other administrative orders/directions. Uses and follows the policies/procedures of You Thrive Florida, including but not limited to Personnel Policies, Occupational Health and Safety policies, payroll policies/practices, etc. NON-ESSENTIAL/SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: Performs any additional duties as directed or assigned by supervisor, management staff, program director or You Thrive Florida management staff. This description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. JOB STANDARDS: Education: Minimum requirement of High School Diploma or Equivalent. Experience: No experience required. Licenses & Certifications: Valid Florida driver's license and be insurable by Company's current carrier. Subject to Federal, State and Local legal requirements/background checks/clearance for working with children. First Aid and CPR certified. CRITICAL SKILLS, ABILITIES, & EXPERTISE: Physical Requirements: These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Sitting, standing for long periods of time, use of fingers, arms, hands and legs and voice/talking are constant. Good eyesight (correctable) and hearing (correctable) are essential. Squatting, walking, handling, grasping, stretching/reaching, bending at the waist, driving and light lifting and/or carrying (up to 15lbs) are frequent. Pushing, pulling, kneeling, balancing, turning, feeling, medium lifting and/or carrying (up to 65lbs) are occasional. Smelling, tasting, bending and feeling are frequent. Playing with children, which may include hopping, skipping, jumping, dancing, and twisting is occasional. Must have ability to get up from a seated position on the floor or a low chair without hesitation. Equipment: Computer, facsimile, copy machine, calculator, multi-line phone and other small office and instructional equipment, playground equipment and vehicle. Skills & Expertise: Ability to carry out lesson plans. Ability to implement and coordinate activities for infants and toddlers. Ability to work with children with special needs. Knowledge of early childhood education methods. Ability to establish effective working relationships with people, particularly parents and children. Skill in completing work with a high degree of accuracy. Ability to arrive to work daily and on time. Ability to work with limited direction. Knowledge of organization methods. Ability to evaluate situations and make prompt decisions. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Ability to analyze and interpret data. Ability to use and operate a personal computer. Knowledge of child disability and mental health issues. Ability to maintain You Thrive Florida, child and parent confidentiality. Knowledge of classroom management techniques. Ability to be reliable, responsible and accountable to job requirements. ENVIRONMENTAL JOB FACTORS: Job Location: Primary location is the Brooksville center. Occasional travel to other counties. Work Environment: While performing the responsibilities of the position, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the employee will encounter. Office environment and working alone and with others frequently. Working with office equipment is frequent. Occasionally outdoors and operate a vehicle.

- Amazing Explorers Academy Amazing Explorers Academy is a new concept in pre-school learning that is setting a standard for early childhood education.Our company is currently experiencing rapid expansion both via franchising and corporate-owned locations in Texas, Florida and eventually, nationwide. The entire Amazing Explorers Academy preschool experience is designed to provide the youngest among us with a “vision of the future” via a truly innovative early learning environment that is unlike any other. It was created by a taskforce of leading thinkers in a broad range of multidisciplinary fields including university professors, technology experts and community leaders. They realized that early childhood is the critical moment when humans are most open to learning and exploration. Therefore, it is the most crucial period for introducing the skills and concepts that will be essential for success in the 21st century and beyond. STEAM Exploration Unlike many traditional preschools that simply provide basic daycare, each Amazing Explorers Academy location is expressly formulated to deliver a comprehensive educational curriculum that inspires both “confidence” and “passion” in the areas of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) at the earliest possible age. Aside from having a dedicated STEAM activity area that is central to the school's design, these topics are incorporated into every possible situation, from the guided “play” of the youngest learners to the “project-based learning” of older students. The result is better problem solving, more creativity, openness to collaboration and enhanced critical thinking. These are just some of the essential “life skills” that our Amazing Explorers Academy parents are truly excited about when they decide to enroll their children at one of our locations. Technology and Innovation Amazing Explorers Academy is constantly innovating in terms of facilities, curriculum, safety, programming, and team development. We are committed to using advanced technology in every possible aspect of our business, from the in-class cameras that give both parents and staff a sense of security and transparency, to our custom AEA mobile app which promotes better teacher-parent communication about important daily events, achievement and student milestones. We are reducing paperwork, classroom clutter and waste by moving old-fashioned forms or reports to modern electronic versions. And, we are implementing advanced online systems for staff training, onboarding and daily school management, thereby ensuring that every member of our team has every possible resource to be Amazing, right at their fingertips. Join Us! Now is the moment to join a fast-growing, highly motivated, future oriented team of child care and education specialists who are committed to creating a better tomorrow today. If you have ever imagined helping our most eager and adaptable young learners develop the skills and interests that will be most relevant for success in the 21st century and beyond, come be a part of something special! Job Description - Lead Teacher JOB SUMMARY A Lead Teacher is responsible for managing and supervising every aspect of an Amazing Explorers Academy classroom including effective implementation of our unique preschool curriculum. This includes creating an environment of learning that promotes the social, physical and intellectual growth of children, regardless of their age, background, or abilities. He or she must be knowledgeable in developmentally appropriate practices and will take the lead in maintaining safety and order among all children in their room at any given time, thus ensuring activities and the curriculum are adhered to as required by the Director. The Lead Teacher must also be polite and responsive to the families of the students and be able to collaborate with other Assistant and Lead Teachers, as required, in order to foster the overall goals of Amazing Explorers Academy. All required training is paid and there is ample room for personal growth and development within the organization. JOB DUTIES, TASKS, AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Follows daily schedule and implements curriculum which includes communicating and interpreting both verbally and in writing in the English language Maintains accurate child observation records and anecdotal notes for use during parent/teacher conferences to be held at minimum twice a year Conducts formal and informal assessments periodically to ensure children are on track developmentally Interacts with the children and models socially appropriate behavior in the classroom and on the playground. This may require frequent standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, and lifting to engage with the children Communicates effectively and efficiently with families in a polite and respectful manner Follows all safety and security policies and procedures and documents any accidents/incidents accordingly Follows mandated reporting guidelines as established by the state Supervises all children, regardless of home classroom, maintaining a secure and safe environment for children to play and learn Maintains proper daily attendance records utilizing digital technology in the classroom including the AEA mobile APP, sending messages and updates to families throughout the school day Maintains a safe and healthy environment adhering to all company procedures related to injuries and accidents and communicate any potential hazards to the Director Prepares a safe, warm environment that is always orderly and clean Promotes only positive interactions among teachers and children, treating everyone with respect and dignity by recognizing and considering the unique background of each person, including children with disabilities, special talents, interest, style or pace of learning, etc. Plans curriculum and materials needed for the week prior to starting any program Regularly opens and closes the assigned classroom in the morning and evening Cleans the classroom by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning the restroom, sanitizing toys and surfaces, and disposing of trash Helps with meal and snack preparation, feeding children, and modeling table manners by sitting with the children at family style meals. Participates in accreditation goals and performs the associated classroom requirements to meet those goals, if applicable. Maybe required to take additional training classes or courses as required by Amazing Explorers Academy or any state or regulatory agency MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 18 years old Must meet state licensing requirements for education including maintaining in-service hours as required by state licensing agencies or accrediting bodies Must meet all standards and requirements relating to education and experience as set by the state and accreditation agent Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent Prefer experience in a licensed or accredited child care center Prefer Staff Credential or degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, but not required Prefer CPR and First Aid certification, but not required Must be able to communicate, both verbally and in writing, in the English language.

Job Details Brooksville Head Start - Brooksville, FL Full Time High School $15.25 - $17.00 HourlyDescription Responsible for day-to-day operation and management of the classroom. Responsible for guiding and directing the learning experiences for infants and toddlers by providing a developmentally appropriate learning environment. Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:30am - 5:30pm (8 hour range-TBD) Please apply online at ******************* Only completed and signed applications will be considered. Full Time Position- Benefits Eligible: Teacher Break Pay, Sick, PTO, Employer paid health benefits, 403B retirement, 14 company paid holidays, Pet Insurance, Basic $30,000 Life Insurance Policy, Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D). Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Maintains an open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child and family. Encourages each child's family to be actively involved in the Early Learning Programs. Promotes/supports parent-child bonding and nurturing parent-child relationships. Promotes/supports feelings of security and trust in infants and toddlers. Greets chidlren and their parents/caregivers warmly and with enthusiasm each morning and is transitioned to become a part of the learning environment. Talks, sings, and reads to children frequently throughout the day. Responds quickly and consistently in a soothing and tender manner to child cries or calls of distress and to needs for food and comfort. Implements individualized feeding plans and shares family-style meals; models manners and good nutrition. Tends to children' personal hygiene needs, remaining especially attentive to but not limited to: routines such as diaper changing, cleaning, feeding, and changing soiled or wet clothes. Respects children' curiosity about each other; ensures that children treat each other gently. Organizes each day's activities to provide children with a variety of individualized experiences and opportunities that allow them to develop curiosity, initiative, problem-solving skills, and creativity, as well as a sense of security and a feeling of belonging to the group. Conducts developmental screenings and ongoing assessments of children to determine motor, language, social, cognitive perceptual and emotional skills. Completes timely, neat, accurate documentation of screenings, assessments, individualized plans, attendance, daily health checklist, feedings, daily activity logs for parents/caregivers, inventories, and other documentation as may be deemed necessary for providing quality services. Completes menu worksheet for children. Maintains a safe, clean, care-giving environment, practices good personal hygiene and hand washing, and assures the well-being and safety of all of the children in that environment. Maintains a positive, calm attitude and a pleasant, soothing voice, and models this attitude and voice for parents and others working or volunteering in the program. Maintains a cooperative attitude of working together with other teachers and supervisors, parents and volunteers in planning and implementing activities for the program/classroom. Utilizes developmentally appropriate discipline techniques. Protects all children from physical punishment or verbal abuse by anyone in any program activity and immediately reports any such incident to the Site Supervisor or person in charge. Provides the physical safety of each child from arrival time until departure time. Assists the Site Supervisor in teaching and modeling developmentally appropriate practices for parents/caregivers in caring for their young children. Observes children to detect signs of illness, injury, abuse, neglect, emotional disturbance, or other special needs, and reports these signs immediately to the Site Supervisor or person in charge. Plans activities for children with special needs, with training and technical assistance from disabilities and mental health specialists; implements individual education plans, behavior management plans, and/or individualized services or activities as outlined for these children. Attends all training opportunities and staff meetings as provided and scheduled. Performs any other tasks deemed necessary by supervisors. Demonstrates proficiency and application in the learning environment of the CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System). Guides children in developing basic concepts as prescribed in the education, nutrition, health, dental and mental health plans. Develops Education Child Portfolio for each child in the classroom with required and current documentation and ensures accuracy and completion. Ensures referral is completed and submitted to the appropriate service area for any infant and toddlerold with suspected delay or any other area of concern. Participates in supporting the family with the implementation process of the IFSP/IEP in collaboration with the Behavior and Development Team and Early Steps. Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly classroom and playground area. Monitors and reports in writing to supervisor about any needed repairs and takes appropriate action to correct any unsafe area. Establishes and maintains an adequately supplied classroom, ensuring the physical and developmental needs of children are met. Prepares requests for and purchases all classroom supplies/equipment with supervisor's approval. Provides and participates in learning experiences that allow children to solve problems, initiate activities, explore environments, and develop language through hands-on learning. Supports the development of children's positive self-concept and social skills through the promotion of cultural and ethnic acceptance and experiences. Provides direct supervision to children at all times; maintaining child/staff ratios in accordance with policies and regulations. Provides information to Site Supervisor of any known reason for child absence. Ensures regular safety and fire/storm drills are conducted and assures that emergency procedures and evacuation routes are posted in the classroom. Recruits parents/caregivers as volunteers in the classroom/center and acquaints them in the classroom. Documents/reports parent participation in center activities. Prepares parent bulletin board and ensures compliance with program standards. Emphasizes the importance of cleanliness/hygiene, assuring that hand washing takes place at appropriate times throughout the day including but not limited to after diaper changing/toileting, nose cleaning, and before/after mealtime. Ensures children's hands and face are clean upon departing for the day. Promotes and assists children with toothbrush routine after lunch. Assists in the recruitment of children for the program. Participates in community activities as requested that enhance the Early Head Start program. Maintains appropriate documentation required by USDA/Child Care Food Program and ensures quality of data and timelines for completion. Actively participates in center/classroom activities, parent meetings and annual parent activities as requested. Acts as an advocate and role model for Early Learning Program families. Recruits children for the program. Assists in the development and implementation of the annual training plan, including pre-service, in-service, and ongoing training requirements. Attends and actively participates in trainings and staff meetings. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of client, staff and agency information. Maintains effective working interaction with coworkers and outside contacts that will enhance the operation of the Early Learning Program. Organizes and prioritizes all assignments as directed. Participates in community activities that enhance ELP programs as directed. Participates in Community Assessment and Self-Assessment and performs reasonable related functions. Uses and follows the policies/procedures of You Thrive FL ELP, federal, state and local regulations/laws, and federal regulations/laws including , applicable transmittal notices, and other administrative orders/directions. Uses and follows the policies/procedures of You Thrive Florida, including but not limited to Personnel Policies, Occupational Health and Safety policies, payroll policies/practices, etc. NON-ESSENTIAL/SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: Performs any additional duties as directed or assigned by supervisor, management staff, program director or You Thrive Florida management staff. This description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Qualifications JOB STANDARDS: Education: Minimum requirement of High School Diploma or Equivalent. Experience: No experience required. Licenses & Certifications: Valid Florida driver's license and be insurable by Company's current carrier. Subject to Federal, State and Local legal requirements/background checks/clearance for working with children. First Aid and CPR certified. CRITICAL SKILLS, ABILITIES, & EXPERTISE: Physical Requirements: These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Sitting, standing for long periods of time, use of fingers, arms, hands and legs and voice/talking are constant. Good eyesight (correctable) and hearing (correctable) are essential. Squatting, walking, handling, grasping, stretching/reaching, bending at the waist, driving and light lifting and/or carrying (up to 15lbs) are frequent. Pushing, pulling, kneeling, balancing, turning, feeling, medium lifting and/or carrying (up to 65lbs) are occasional. Smelling, tasting, bending and feeling are frequent. Playing with children, which may include hopping, skipping, jumping, dancing, and twisting is occasional. Must have ability to get up from a seated position on the floor or a low chair without hesitation. Equipment: Computer, facsimile, copy machine, calculator, multi-line phone and other small office and instructional equipment, playground equipment and vehicle. Skills & Expertise: Ability to carry out lesson plans. Ability to implement and coordinate activities for infants and toddlers. Ability to work with children with special needs. Knowledge of early childhood education methods. Ability to establish effective working relationships with people, particularly parents and children. Skill in completing work with a high degree of accuracy. Ability to arrive to work daily and on time. Ability to work with limited direction. Knowledge of organization methods. Ability to evaluate situations and make prompt decisions. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Ability to analyze and interpret data. Ability to use and operate a personal computer. Knowledge of child disability and mental health issues. Ability to maintain You Thrive Florida, child and parent confidentiality. Knowledge of classroom management techniques. Ability to be reliable, responsible and accountable to job requirements. ENVIRONMENTAL JOB FACTORS: Job Location: Primary location is the Brooksville center. Occasional travel to other counties. Work Environment: While performing the responsibilities of the position, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the employee will encounter. Office environment and working alone and with others frequently. Working with office equipment is frequent. Occasionally outdoors and operate a vehicle.

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Job Responsibilities Assist lead teacher with presenting lessons. Create and distribute educational content. Assist teacher in keeping all the students engaged in lessons and activities. Maintain a tidy and orderly classroom. Make necessary modifications to daily activities based on student's needs. Assist students with basic self- care skills including, but not limited to, feeding, toileting, and hygiene. Assist students with a variety of physical needs. This may include handling equipment such as wheelchairs and braces. Substitute teacher when teacher is absent. Attend staff meetings and trainings. Participate in professional development courses. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Skills A passion for children with special needs. 2 years of experience in the Special Education field (preferred) The ability to interact and communicate effectively with children with special needs. The ability to work as a team member. Excellent communicability and interpersonal skills. Well-organized and strong time management skills. Creative and energetic Education High school diploma of GED. 40 DCF Course. Schedule Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8:00 am - 3:30 pm Wed 8:00 am - 2:30 pm Job Type: Part-time Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday No nights No weekends Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. And, by joining us, you'll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people. For you, that will mean planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. You will get to know our residents and their families - helping to ensure we deliver truly personalised care plans. Leading a team of Care Assistants, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of care and you'll be a real influence on the rest of the team. Whether you are showing someone how to use a walking frame, helping someone at the end of their life to eat a meal or talking to a resident's family on the phone, you'll do so with a sense of kindness, above anything else. Assisting the Registered Nurse and Care Manager, you will be involved in providing essential physical and mental stimulation through a range of social and recreational activities, as well as administering medication. One of your key responsibilities as Senior Care Assistant is to maintain accurate records of the job you do and build strong relationships with the rest of your team. Ideally, you'll have completed a Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care and are prepared to work towards Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care or equivalent, a background in person centered care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia. What's essential, though, is your brilliant positive energy and natural ability to get along with people. You'll know what good record keeping looks like and be able to manage your time effectively. And, whenever you communicate with a resident or co-worker, you'll be truly considerate and kind. About HC-One At HC-One, kindness is more than a word. It is a belief that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them so we can support them to lead their best possible life. To be able to provide the kindest possible care there are 5 qualities that everyone who is part of the HC-One team shows up with, supports and coaches in each other every single day. We call these 5 qualities Kindness the HC-One Way: We are curious and ask questions, look for clues and seek to understand. We are compassionate and try to walk in the shoes of others. We're creative yet practical, using our imagination to make things happen. We are courageous in how we support residents to live the life they want, and we can always be counted on. We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to learn from each other and better represent the communities we serve. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility in adult social care and therefore it is important that you are able to recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken. We'll provide full training, so it's a great opportunity to learn something new. In return, you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being and throughout your career as a Senior Care Assistant we will invest in you, and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including: * Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG * Hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications * Free uniform * During a shift of eight hours or more a nutritious meal will be available * Company pension scheme * 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays * Group life assurance cover * Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it * Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications. * GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your dependents under 16 * An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team. * Colleague discounts - Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners. * Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues * Excellent recognition schemes such as 'Kindness in Care' and Long Service Awards * An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role We are passionate about ensuring that our current and future Colleagues can be their true selves, and that our workforce represents the communities we serve. We prioritise inclusive working practices and invite applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and we are committed to providing the quickest possible turnaround from the point of making you a job offer to you starting with us on day one. About You Not Specified About The Company Not Specified

Ladybird Academy is the leader in preschool experience in Central Florida. We have been voted Orlando's #1 Childcare Center for the last 5 years in a row (2013-2017). We pride ourselves in providing a premier early education and quality childcare experience for children aged 6 weeks through PreK. Job Description Ladybird Academy Rock Springs is our newest location, and is currently seeking early childhood educators and assistants with a passion for influencing the development of children's minds and providing the best childcare experience to families in the Apopka area. Job duties include but are not limited to: Supervise children at all times maintaining a secure, safe environment for children to learn and play in Prepare and implement lesson plans Complete necessary classroom reports Conduct student and classroom observations Prepare student progress reports Conduct Parent-Teacher conferences (lead teachers) Adhere to all DCF regulations Change diapers/toilet train children as applicable Comply with presentation requirements set by the comppany Attend ongoing training to keep education and regulation requirements up to date Qualifications Must be 18 years or older Must have a high school diploma or equivalent Must obtain DCF 45 hours training Must have or be willing to obtain Child Development Associate credential (lead teachers) Must be a team player with positive attitude with strong verbal communication skills Must be able to clear Local and Federal background checks Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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. Apply today to experience the Big Blue Marble Academy Difference! *Full-time and part-time positions are now available with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. 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- launching soon! 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 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 Early childhood coursework, CDA or degree preferred 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. HAVING TECHNICAL ISSUES WITH YOUR APPLICATION? Contact us at ************************* Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact BBMA recruitment at *************************.

The Teacher Assistant is responsible for assisting a classroom lead teacher with the general supervision and management of a class of children. He or she must be knowledgeable in developmentally appropriate practices and will assist teachers in supervising all children in their room ensuring activities and curriculum are adhered to as required by the Director. RESPONSIBILITIES Helps and supervises children during all activities Counsels children when social, academic, or adjustment problems arise Develops, plans, and prepares instructional aids/materials for classroom activities Ensures that the appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained Helps children with meal times and clean-up Helps with all academy and classroom paperwork, such as daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports Attends and participates in staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings as requested Helps prepare and implement classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules Ensures that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and are used and maintained properly Performs other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Must be at least 18 years old Must meet all requirements stipulated by the state for this position Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality Highly professional and dependable Must be able to interact appropriately with students of all ages and skill levels as well as with parents, coworkers, and management Must be able to lift fifty pounds, sit on the floor and interact with children

The School Aide is an individual who works with studentsrequiring instructional, and/or behavioral assistance under the supervision ofthe special education department, teacher and/or supervising designee. The School Aide may also provide supportservices to assist students with personal, physical mobility and therapeuticcare needs, as established by a rehabilitation health practitioner, socialworker or other health care professional. *MUST HAVE PROFESSIONAL CHILDCARE EXPERIENCE Minimum Requirements: + High School diploma or equivalent required + Comply with all relevant professional standards ofpractice + Current CPR if applicable + TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable + Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) + Must meet all federal, state and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Part-time Description The position is responsible for implementing and supervising all aspects of daily activities for youth and the Co-Teacher is responsible for working to provide a successful program that will foster Children's social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth in a safe and well-organized environment. Our Culture Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. We are the Y. Job Responsibilities Provide a safe and healthy environment, both physically and mentally, to ensure the operation of a quality Child Development (Afterschool) program. Assist in the planning and implementing of the daily lesson plans that fit the children's needs and interests. Take responsibility for the safety of the children in the child development environment and the quality of the supplies, equipment and materials in the child development area. Make sure proper procedures are followed for sign-in/out of children on a daily basis. Report all accidents to the Supervisor, and completely fills out proper health log and/or accident/incident form. Assume equal share of the regular housekeeping chores such as cleaning, preparing for daily activities and cleaning up after projects. Report all suspicions of child abuse to proper authorities. Participate in member retention, special events and fundraising. Complete all paperwork clearly and concisely. Remain up to date on emergency procedures and family center policies. All other duties assigned by management. Requirements Minimum age 16 years or older. 1 year of childcare experience preferred CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date. Work Environment & Physical Demands Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, which may include weekends and holidays as needed. Must be willing to work an on-call schedule rotation as required. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The physical activities of this position include: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions. May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. in various forms, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The employee must be able to perform medium work. May be required to sit, stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time. Must exhibit patience and understanding. Receives and follows detailed instructions. Must be alert at all times, keeping safety in mind. Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor environment and children's well-being. Talking is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, with or without correction Must be capable of working under pressure in a somewhat disruptive environment. Disclaimers Must complete successful background screening, which includes criminal and employment verification. All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA promotes an equal employment opportunity work place which includes reasonable accommodation of otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please see your manager should you have any questions about this policy or these job duties. This may not be all-inclusive and employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management. Salary Description Starting at $15.00

Job Details Brooksville Head Start - Brooksville, FL Full Time High School $15.25 - $17.00 HourlyDescription Responsible for supporting the needs by assisting the teacher with the day- to-day operation and management of the classroom. Assisting with guiding and directing the learning experiences for children by providing a developmentally appropriate learning environment. Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm Please apply online at ******************* Only completed and signed applications will be considered. Full Time Position- Benefits Eligible: Teacher Break Pay, Sick, PTO, Employer paid health benefits, 403B retirement, 14 company paid holidays, Pet Insurance, Basic $30,000 Life Insurance Policy, Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D). Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Assists teacher with providing developmentally appropriate activities to enhance physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of children in the classroom, ensuring each child's individual needs are met.Implements lesson plans in collaboration with teacher using established curricula ensuring that small group, large group and individual experiences are provided. Guides children in developing basic concepts as prescribed in the education, nutrition, health, dental andmental health plans. Prepares children for screening and exam procedures such as vision, hearing, dental, speech, and developmental to encourage successful completion. Assists teacher with ongoing observation and assessment on each child within the classroom utilizingrequired tracking tools. Daily observation will include anecdotal notes, health checks, and other tracking requirements. Assists teacher in maintaining Education Child Portfolio for each child in the classroom with required and current documentation. Works in partnership with the teacher in identifying any child with a suspected delay or any other area of concern. Supports the teacher in the implementation of LEA IEP's. Implements and documents organized play in the outdoor learning environment. Provides appropriateguidance to promote children's gross motor development. Balances indoor and outdoor activities to stimulate both cognitive growth and physical skills. Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly classroom and playground area. Monitors and reports to supervisor in writing any needed repairs and takes appropriate action to correct any unsafe area. Supports teacher in maintaining an adequately supplied classroom, ensuring the physical and developmental needs of all children are met. Provides and participates in learning experiences that allow children to solve problems, initiate activities,explore, question and gain mastery through learning by doing. Encourages language development of children by asking open ended questions. Supports the development of children's positive self-concept and social skills through the promotion of cultural and ethnic acceptance and experiences. Provides direct supervision to children at all times; maintaining child/staff ratios in accordance with policies and regulations. Supports teacher in maintaining accurate classroom attendance, assuring the sign in/out sheet corresponds with the number of children in the classroom at all times. Provides information to Family Advocate of any known reason for child absence. Participates with children at mealtimes, including breakfast and lunch, ensuring family-style dining is implemented. Assists teacher with the implementation of healthy cooking experiences within the classroom setting that reflect the ethnic and cultural composition of the population. Assists in planning and participates in regular safety and fire/storm drills. Works collaboratively with health staff to ensure a well-stocked first aid kit, safe and secure medication storage unit and to ensure OSHA standards are met. Maintains and documents regular contact with parents and assists teacher with ensuring two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences are conducted yearly. Assists with documenting parent participation in center activities. Assists teacher in completing two individualized home activities each month per child and provides toparents. Acquaints volunteers with the classroom. Assists teacher with parent bulletin board. Reports child abuse and neglect in accordance with program policies and procedures. Assists in the recruitment of children for the program. Participates in community activities that enhance the Head Start program as requested. Assists in maintaining appropriate documentation required by USDA/Child Care Food Program and ensures quality of data and timelines for completion. Actively participates in center/classroom activities, parent meetings and annual parent activities as requested. Acts as an advocate and role model for Head Start families. Recruits children for the program. Assists in the development and implementation of the annual training plan, including pre- service, in-service, T/TA, and ongoing training requirements. Attends and actively participates in training programs, staff meetings, and other meeting/trainings. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of client, staff and agency information. Maintains effective working interaction with coworkers and outside contacts that will enhance the operation of the Head Start program. Organizes and prioritizes all assignments as directed. Participates in community activities that enhance Head Start programs as directed. Demonstrates proficiency and application in the learning environment of the CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System). Participates in ongoing monitoring, Community Assessment and Self-Assessment and performs reasonable related functions. Participates in regular safety, storm and fire drills. Submits reports, documents, and files as directed. Uses and follows the policies/procedures of Head Start, federal, state and local regulations/laws, and federal regulations/laws including the Head Start Performance Standards, applicabletransmittal notices, and other administrative orders/directions. Uses and follows the policies/procedures of You Thrive Florida, including but not limited to Personnel Policies, Occupational Health and Safety policies, payroll policies/practices, etc. NON-ESSENTIAL/SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: Performs any additional duties as directed or assigned by supervisor, management staff, program director or You Thrive Florida management staff. This description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Qualifications JOB STANDARDS: Education: Minimum requirement of High School Diploma or Equivalent. Must enroll at 90 days of hire to complete Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential with 9 months. Once the CDA program is complete must enroll to complete Associate Degree within 2 years. Experience: No experience required. Licenses & Certifications: Valid Florida driver's license and be insurable by Company's current insurance carrier. Subject to federal, state and local legal requirements/background checks. CRITICAL SKILLS, ABILITIES, & EXPERTISE: Physical Requirements: These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Talking, standing, sitting, squatting, kneeling, use of fingers, arms, hands, legs, walking, stretching/reaching, handling, grasping, climbing, bending at the waist, turning, balancing, pushing, pulling, use of depth perception, carrying and lifting (up to 65 lbs.), and driving are constant. Good eyesight (correctable) and hearing (correctable) are essential. Equipment: Computer, facsimile, copy machine, calculator, multi-line phone and other small office and instructional equipment and vehicle. Skills & Expertise: Ability to plan and carry out lesson plans. Ability to learn how to coordinate activities. Ability to work with children with special needs. Ability to establish effective working relationships with people, particularlyparents and children. Skill in completing work with a high degree of accuracy. Ability to arrive to work daily and on time. Ability to work with limited direction. Knowledge of organizational methods. Ability to evaluate situations and make prompt decisions. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Ability to analyze andinterpret data. Ability to use and operate a computer. Ability to maintain You Thrive Florida, Head Start, child and parent confidentiality. Ability to be reliable, responsible and accountable to job requirements. ENVIRONMENTAL JOB FACTORS: Job Location: Primary location is the Head Start facilities in Hernando, Sumter and/or Volusia counties. Occasional travel to other counties. Work Environment: While performing the responsibilities of the position, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the employee will encounter. Office environment and working alone andwith others frequently. Working with office equipment is frequent. Occasionally outdoors and operates a vehicle.

Responsible for supporting the needs by assisting the teacher with the day- to-day operation and management of the classroom. Assisting with guiding and directing the learning experiences for children by providing a developmentally appropriate learning environment. Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm Please apply online at ******************* Only completed and signed applications will be considered. Full Time Position- Benefits Eligible: Teacher Break Pay, Sick, PTO, Employer paid health benefits, 403B retirement, 14 company paid holidays, Pet Insurance, Basic $30,000 Life Insurance Policy, Long-Term Disability Insurance (LTD) and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D). Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Assists teacher with providing developmentally appropriate activities to enhance physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of children in the classroom, ensuring each child's individual needs are met.Implements lesson plans in collaboration with teacher using established curricula ensuring that small group, large group and individual experiences are provided. Guides children in developing basic concepts as prescribed in the education, nutrition, health, dental andmental health plans. Prepares children for screening and exam procedures such as vision, hearing, dental, speech, and developmental to encourage successful completion. Assists teacher with ongoing observation and assessment on each child within the classroom utilizingrequired tracking tools. Daily observation will include anecdotal notes, health checks, and other tracking requirements. Assists teacher in maintaining Education Child Portfolio for each child in the classroom with required and current documentation. Works in partnership with the teacher in identifying any child with a suspected delay or any other area of concern. Supports the teacher in the implementation of LEA IEP's. Implements and documents organized play in the outdoor learning environment. Provides appropriateguidance to promote children's gross motor development. Balances indoor and outdoor activities to stimulate both cognitive growth and physical skills. Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly classroom and playground area. Monitors and reports to supervisor in writing any needed repairs and takes appropriate action to correct any unsafe area. Supports teacher in maintaining an adequately supplied classroom, ensuring the physical and developmental needs of all children are met. Provides and participates in learning experiences that allow children to solve problems, initiate activities,explore, question and gain mastery through learning by doing. Encourages language development of children by asking open ended questions. Supports the development of children's positive self-concept and social skills through the promotion of cultural and ethnic acceptance and experiences. Provides direct supervision to children at all times; maintaining child/staff ratios in accordance with policies and regulations. Supports teacher in maintaining accurate classroom attendance, assuring the sign in/out sheet corresponds with the number of children in the classroom at all times. Provides information to Family Advocate of any known reason for child absence. Participates with children at mealtimes, including breakfast and lunch, ensuring family-style dining is implemented. Assists teacher with the implementation of healthy cooking experiences within the classroom setting that reflect the ethnic and cultural composition of the population. Assists in planning and participates in regular safety and fire/storm drills. Works collaboratively with health staff to ensure a well-stocked first aid kit, safe and secure medication storage unit and to ensure OSHA standards are met. Maintains and documents regular contact with parents and assists teacher with ensuring two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences are conducted yearly. Assists with documenting parent participation in center activities. Assists teacher in completing two individualized home activities each month per child and provides toparents. Acquaints volunteers with the classroom. Assists teacher with parent bulletin board. Reports child abuse and neglect in accordance with program policies and procedures. Assists in the recruitment of children for the program. Participates in community activities that enhance the Head Start program as requested. Assists in maintaining appropriate documentation required by USDA/Child Care Food Program and ensures quality of data and timelines for completion. Actively participates in center/classroom activities, parent meetings and annual parent activities as requested. Acts as an advocate and role model for Head Start families. Recruits children for the program. Assists in the development and implementation of the annual training plan, including pre- service, in-service, T/TA, and ongoing training requirements. Attends and actively participates in training programs, staff meetings, and other meeting/trainings. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of client, staff and agency information. Maintains effective working interaction with coworkers and outside contacts that will enhance the operation of the Head Start program. Organizes and prioritizes all assignments as directed. Participates in community activities that enhance Head Start programs as directed. Demonstrates proficiency and application in the learning environment of the CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System). Participates in ongoing monitoring, Community Assessment and Self-Assessment and performs reasonable related functions. Participates in regular safety, storm and fire drills. Submits reports, documents, and files as directed. Uses and follows the policies/procedures of Head Start, federal, state and local regulations/laws, and federal regulations/laws including the Head Start Performance Standards, applicabletransmittal notices, and other administrative orders/directions. Uses and follows the policies/procedures of You Thrive Florida, including but not limited to Personnel Policies, Occupational Health and Safety policies, payroll policies/practices, etc. NON-ESSENTIAL/SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: Performs any additional duties as directed or assigned by supervisor, management staff, program director or You Thrive Florida management staff. This description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. JOB STANDARDS: Education: Minimum requirement of High School Diploma or Equivalent. Must enroll at 90 days of hire to complete Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential with 9 months. Once the CDA program is complete must enroll to complete Associate Degree within 2 years. Experience: No experience required. Licenses & Certifications: Valid Florida driver's license and be insurable by Company's current insurance carrier. Subject to federal, state and local legal requirements/background checks. CRITICAL SKILLS, ABILITIES, & EXPERTISE: Physical Requirements: These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Talking, standing, sitting, squatting, kneeling, use of fingers, arms, hands, legs, walking, stretching/reaching, handling, grasping, climbing, bending at the waist, turning, balancing, pushing, pulling, use of depth perception, carrying and lifting (up to 65 lbs.), and driving are constant. Good eyesight (correctable) and hearing (correctable) are essential. Equipment: Computer, facsimile, copy machine, calculator, multi-line phone and other small office and instructional equipment and vehicle. Skills & Expertise: Ability to plan and carry out lesson plans. Ability to learn how to coordinate activities. Ability to work with children with special needs. Ability to establish effective working relationships with people, particularlyparents and children. Skill in completing work with a high degree of accuracy. Ability to arrive to work daily and on time. Ability to work with limited direction. Knowledge of organizational methods. Ability to evaluate situations and make prompt decisions. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Ability to analyze andinterpret data. Ability to use and operate a computer. Ability to maintain You Thrive Florida, Head Start, child and parent confidentiality. Ability to be reliable, responsible and accountable to job requirements. ENVIRONMENTAL JOB FACTORS: Job Location: Primary location is the Head Start facilities in Hernando, Sumter and/or Volusia counties. Occasional travel to other counties. Work Environment: While performing the responsibilities of the position, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the employee will encounter. Office environment and working alone andwith others frequently. Working with office equipment is frequent. Occasionally outdoors and operates a vehicle.