Substitute Teacher

Bright Horizons•Tampa, FL

8d•$17 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Bright Horizons is hiring a Substitute Teacher to work in person at an early education/preschool child care center in the airport area of Tampa, Florida. The role provides supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and other services in accordance with Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures, and guidance, and applicable laws and regulations, while ensuring the safety of children in the center’s care. The position offers the opportunity to learn from early education experts and pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program. The hourly pay range is $17.25–$21.05. Actual compensation depends on factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
Must demonstrate knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children.
Must pass required state and company background checks and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements.
Must meet Florida Care Provider Clearinghouse background screening requirements.
DCF 45 hours are required, depending on in-state experience under DCF guidelines.
Must comply with applicable immunization, employment physical or screening, and health and safety training requirements.
Frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold more than 40 pounds.
Demonstrate a full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and participate in activities.

Nice To Haves

College-level coursework in early childhood education, a CDA, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or a related field is preferred.
One year of professional teaching experience in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

Create hands-on activities that meet children’s needs and interests.
Maintain open communication with parents and share children’s daily milestones.
Keep the classroom safe and clean by following essential procedures and guidelines.
Fulfill mandated reporter requirements, including reporting suspected child abuse or neglect to the appropriate State agency and informing the director.
Provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services in accordance with Bright Horizons policies, procedures, and guidance, and applicable laws and regulations.
Meet applicable immunization, employment physical or screening, and health and safety training requirements.
Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies.
Maintain the mental and physical alertness and energy needed to perform essential job requirements.