Child Care Assistant Teacher I

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System • Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

Provides care for children in assigned groups, emphasizing individual needs within the developmental framework of social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. Assists in creating an environment and providing experiences that support children’s continued growth in these areas. Helps children develop confidence and well-being by providing opportunities for successful interactions with adults, peers, and their physical environment. Provides activities that challenge each child at an appropriate developmental level.

Requirements

• Complete DCF Introductory 40-clock-hour Child Care Training, consisting of Part I and Part II courses, and five-clock-hour (or 0.5 Continuing Education Units) Early Literacy and Language Development training; these may be completed within 90 days of hire or transfer.
• Hold a current Level 2 ACHA background clearance.
• High school diploma, GED, or certificate.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated expert interpersonal and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to work and plan with other caregivers in a team setting.
• Patience, enthusiasm, and respect for children.
• Interest in learning about early childhood development.
• Ability to use correct grammar and spelling when writing parent notes, incident reports, and communication boards.
• Flexibility in working with several age groups of children.
• Ability to write notes and complete incident reports.
• One to four years of experience working with children in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for children in assigned groups, with attention to individual needs and developmental levels.
• Assist in creating an environment and providing experiences that support children’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth.
• Help children develop confidence and well-being through successful interactions with adults, peers, and their physical environment.
• Provide activities that challenge children at an appropriate developmental level.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED