Job description

Job description

Kiddie Academy of Lake Nona has an exciting opportunity for an energetic, optimistic and inspiring educator to join us as a Toddler Assistant Teacher for 2 year old classroom. You’ll bring a creative touch and caring attitude to our passionate team of childcare professionals who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in our community every day. If you’re motivated by smiles and hugs from children and praise from parents, this could be the job for you.

Must Have:

• Passion and love to work with children
• Able to build professional relationship with co-workers and Staff
• DCF 45 hours or be able to take the training within 30 days of employment
• First Aid & CPR certification (Preferred)
• Eligible Background Screening

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring safety is a priority in the classroom and on the playground
• Model appropriate behavior in the classroom
• Assist lead teacher with lesson planning and instruction to the class
• Coordinate lesson plans from curriculum and show evidence of learning throughout the day
• Track student activities, meals, bathroom routines, and notes on our daily reporting software through classroom iPad.
• Serve meals according to the nutritionally recommended serving size and create a pleasant dining atmosphere
• Communicate and form relationships with families to gain understanding of student needs
• Encourage positive behavior with understanding, flexibility, and conscious discipline
• Maintain a clean and replenished classroom
• Keep classroom in DCF and accreditation compliance

Benefits:

At Kiddie Academy we value a great work life balance and benefits that go beyond the classroom. We are closed most major holidays to allow our staff family time and offer many opportunities for career growth

• Child Care Tuition Discount
• Attendance Bonus
• Paid Holidays
• Paid on-going training & career development workshops
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• In-Service Hours On-Site

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• completion of DCF 45 hour training (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person