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Job Description
This position has the responsibility to assist the designated lead staff member with planning, record keeping, organizing, and supervising any preschool classroom, age zero to five and/or aftercare and summer camp for elementary age students. Responsible for following and teaching the age-appropriate lesson plans prepared by the designated lead staff member. Position provides a stimulating, safe and developmentally appropriate environment to promote advancement in cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
This position is supervised by the assigned lead staff member or Recreation Supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position supervises part-time employees and/or volunteers. Under the direction of the designated lead staff member, maintains compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations, including but not limited to teacher/child ratios, keeping hazardous items locked up, attendance and incident records, and all health and safety issues Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child under his/her care through active recognition and communication to management about concerns. In conjunction with the lead staff member, utilizes appropriate techniques as approved by management to address situations, health issues, and behavior concerns. Actively engages with the children in assigned classroom through direct interaction and participation in all forms of activities including those in circle time, on the playground, and during other activities. Maintains professional relationships with parents, guardians, family members and coworkers and when directed to do so, communications professionally with those groups Assists lead staff member in training and supervises toileting needs As assigned, plans and prepares activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem solving appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of the children As assigned, keeps daily records of classroom activities Plans and prepares activities and opportunities as assigned that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem solving appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of the children Follows and adheres to all accreditation rules and regulations Organizes, assists, and may lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling Teaching skills such as personal hygiene and healthy eating habits Enforce rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order in the classroom Reports to the lead staff member progress and success of activities and programs Research and stay current on trends in Early Childhood Methods and Best Practices Cleans and organizes supplies and toys in the classroom with shelves neatly labeled with words and pictures Suggests changes classroom arrangement, as necessary, to stimulate creative learning Treats all children fairly and equally, avoiding favoritism Maintains a positive attitude and happy classroom atmosphere which promotes enthusiasm and creativity Document all incidents or accidents Request supplies for classroom in advance of anticipated need Keeps their own Physical and TB risk assessment or shots current Maintains current First Aid and Infant and Child CPR Certification Completes required minimum number of in-service hours of training each year Follows City policies and procedures Trains and mentor's assistants and volunteers Evaluates assistants annually Performs any other related duties as required or assigned, including assignments to work in other areas of youth services for the department Reports for emergency operations as required Performs any other related duties as required or assigned
PERIPHERAL DUTIES
May serve as a member of various employee committees, as needed Must be 18 years or older and have proof of High School Diploma or equivalent Must have, or be able to attain within 2 months, the Department of Children and Families 40-hour Child Care classes, plus 5-hour Early Literacy Course Must have, or obtain within 6 months, Infant and Child CPR and First Aid Certification
AS, AA, BA, MA
in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or experience in a related field, or experience with working with early childhood or elementary age children in a school or camp setting. VPK certification if required or have the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire if working in a VPK classroom A valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record Must have or obtain a Class C CDL License with "P" endorsement within 6 months from hire, if required This position may require background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, in accordance with House Bill 531 (2025). Additional information regarding this requirement is available at: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
