Assistant Teacher

Location

Miami, FL | United States

Job description

Little Cruisers, a NAEYC accredited child care center located at the Port of Miami is looking for a dynamic, passionate Assistant Teacher to join our team! We know the importance of early childhood education and believe in investing in a child's future. If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a quality childcare center and have a passion for teaching and ensuring children's success, look no further, we have the right opportunity for you!

As an Assistant Teacher your responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Helping the teacher in the daily group and individual activities that are developmentally appropriate to meet the needs and interest of the children using the assigned curriculum.
• Assisting with activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
• Interacting with each child on a daily basis through circle time, centers, snacks, lunchtime, playground, free play, etc.

We provide a generous benefits plan , including health insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, a matching 403(b) plan, holiday pay , a Mental Health Day (annually), and, after the first year of employment, accrued paid vacation time , etc. You will be working in a great team environment, with a positive work culture.

In addition, you will receive a SIGN-ON INCENTIVE OF 40 HOURS OF VACATION TIME OFF AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF YOUR 90 DAYS PROBATIONARY PERIOD, TO BE TAKEN WITHIN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT.

Skills/Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old with a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent required, and at least one (1) year of experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Must possess the DCF 45 hours of Childcare Licensing training, and an active child care staff credential (CDA).
• Must have a CPR and First Aid Certification or must obtain certification upon hire.
• Must possess a caring and nurturing attitude towards children and excellent customer service skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this teaching position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to meeting you!

Family Central is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, a Drug Free Workplace and requires drug testing.

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Salary

$18 per hour