Head Start Teacher Assistant
You Thrive Florida Early Learning Programs10 months ago
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Summary
You Thrive Florida Early Learning Programs is seeking a Head Start Teacher Assistant to join their team in DeLand, FL. The role involves supporting the teacher in the day-to-day operation and management of the classroom, providing a developmentally appropriate learning environment for children.
About the Role
As a Head Start Teacher Assistant, you will assist the teacher in implementing lesson plans, guiding children's learning experiences, maintaining classroom order, and ensuring the individual needs of each child are met. You will also participate in ongoing assessments, support children with special needs, and maintain communication with parents.
About You
Required:
- Minimum requirement of High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Must enroll within 90 days of hire to complete Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential within 9 months.
Preferred:
- Valid Florida driver's license and insurable by the company's current insurance carrier.
- Ability to work with children with special needs.
Benefits
- Teacher Break Pay
- Sick leave
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employer paid health benefits
- 403B retirement plan
- 14 company paid holidays
- Pet Insurance
- Basic $30,000 Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Disability (LTD)
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer
You Thrive Florida Early Learning Programs
At You Thrive Florida, our Early Learning Programs encompass Head Start, Early Head Start, School Readiness, and Voluntary VPK Prekindergarten (VPK). We focus on nurturing the unique protentional of each child through tailored education experiences that promote overall development, while also supporting families on their path to self-sufficiency. Our comprehensive approach extends beyond the classroom, incorporating inclusion, nutrition, and oral health services for children, along with resources to foster health, wellness, and career development for families, ensuring a foundation for lifelong success and a passion for learning.
DeLand, FL