TEACHER ASSISTANT-EARLY CHILDHOOD ED (GRANT/SPECIAL FUNDING)

Position Goal

To assist the Early Childhood Teacher with day-to-day activities.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Assist with classroom management and organization.
• Support students in learning activities and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Participate in planning and implementing curriculum.
• Provide supervision during outdoor play and other activities.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program and must hold and maintain a valid State of Florida Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or equivalent certification in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards.
• Or an earned associate’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• If additional hours of continuing education are mandated by program funding source, they must be obtained within the required time frame for continuing active employment in the position.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

Prior to Employment

• Must obtain and maintain a valid State of Florida Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or equivalent certification in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Use of hands and fingers to handle objects, tools, or controls.

Terms of Employment

• Requisition ID: 22802
• Posting Start Date: 7/7/26
• Work Location: CORAL SPRINGS ELEMENTARY
• City: CORAL SPRINGS

Skills

• Ability to work effectively with children and adults.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and educational practices.
• Basic computer skills.

Competencies

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow directions and maintain confidentiality.

Certifications

• Valid State of Florida Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or equivalent certification in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards.

Location Preferences/Additional Information

• Significant Contact: Frequency, contact, purpose not specified.

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• 7/7/26 - Open Until Filled

Work Calendar

• 189 Day Cal

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $16.89 per hour
• Shift Differential: Not applicable