Primary Associate Teacher Part Time

Responsibilities

• Assist with 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, 1 year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings, CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field
• Florida Care Provider Clearinghouse Background Screening required (https://crw.flclearinghouse.com/DCF)

Physical Requirements

• 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 per hour.