Center Support Associate Teacher

Responsibilities

Absorb hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children.

Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones.

Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks.
• Meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred.
• Florida Care Provider Clearinghouse Background Screening is required.
• 45 hours required (depending on in-state experience per DCF guidelines).

Physical Requirements

This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.

Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 pounds.

Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities.

Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies.

Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools.
• Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program.
• Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $15.05 - $18.70 an hour.

Location

This position requires the employee to work in person in the Tampa, Florida area.