What are the responsibilities and job description for the Floater/Assistant Teacher position at Temple Judea Preschool?
Job description
TJP has been a part of the Fort Myers community for over 30 years. You can help make a difference in a child's life. We have a loving and fun staff and we are looking for a bright, enthusiastic and creative candidate who would love to join our team. If you want a school that has stability and longevity, this is the place to be employed.
We have a full-time position and a part time position available for a floater/teacher assistant. We are located in South Fort Myers. Hours are 8:30 - 4:00 Monday - Thursday and 8:30 - 3:00 Friday.
The candidate must have their 40 hours of training plus 5 hours of early literacy through the Florida Department of Children and Families. If you do not have the requirements at the time you are hired, the candidate must complete all the training within the specific time frame the preschool sets.
We are looking for a reliable, creative and responsible candidate who enjoys working with preschool students.
Responsibilities
- Assists in creating plans for daily activities in line with the school curriculum
- Engage with young children in activities that are age-appropriate
- Foster a positive and healthy learning environment
- Ensure the classroom is kept in a clean and safe condition at all times
- Read stories to the children as a group
- Encourage creative thinking and learning
- Interact with teachers and administrative staff as needed
- Work with students in learning centers
- Participate in group activities
- Participate in school activities as a team player
- Attend on-going training
Qualifications
- Prior experience working in a preschool setting
- Must pass a background check
- Strong knowledge of educational techniques and methods for teaching young children
- Patient and supportive approach to the learning process
- Enthusiastic and encouraging
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in English.
- Dependable
DCF 45 hours required
Major Holidays Paid
Winter and Spring Break Paid. Major Holidays and PTO
Education:
We will pay for your CDA after being employed for 1 year.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15