Early Childhood Educator Assistant Teacher (Floater) in Valrico, Florida at Easter Seals Florida Inc

Salary will be $18.00 per hour

Work hours will be scheduled between 8:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday

Are you looking for a career opportunity that makes a difference in your community? Are you passionate about working with children? Easterseals Florida is seeking an Early Childhood Educator Assistant Teacher (Floater) to join our team at The School for Limitless Learning. With its play-based curriculum and inclusive approach to education for children who are neurodiverse or have other related disabilities, this private school represents a significant milestone in our community. The Early Childhood Educator Assistant Teacher (Floater) is dedicated to providing essential support in creating a nurturing and stimulating learning environment for children.

A snapshot of what you'll do:

• Provide a positive, safe, stimulating, and inclusionary learning environment
• Assist in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities
• Assist in recognizing, adapting teaching strategies, and addressing the individual needs of each child
• Collaborate with the lead educator to maintain open and effective communication with parents and families

What we offer:

• Live and on demand Professional Development opportunities (Internal and external)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Several Supplemental Insurance Policies
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Easterseals Cares Wellness Program
• Work Life Balance
• The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Community and the Organization

In addition to outstanding benefits, Easterseals Florida offers a discount rate on childcare for eligible children to our staff.

Qualifications:

• National Early Childhood Credential (CDA/NECC) preferred
• Florida Department of Children & Families 45-hour Child Care Training in early childhood education
• Current CPR and First Aid certification

Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 - 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, hr@fl.easterseals.com, 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.