Assistant Childcare Teacher (TEMP)

The Opportunity:

The Assistant Childcare Teacher will build connections with the children and create developmentally appropriate activities that help develop their language, social/emotional, cognitive, and fine/gross motor skills. Other primary functions are guiding interns and volunteers in their interactions with the children and delegating tasks that need to be completed and interactions with parents.

They must demonstrate the ability to act responsibly and independently, be aware of safety concerns and protect children accordingly. This individual must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, be able to relate well to children and adults, and carry out responsibilities in accordance with the school's educational philosophy and mission.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for an assigned classroom for which he/she implements programs and activities appropriate for the developmental level of the child; evaluates the developmental growth of the children and organizes activities which meet their individual needs; supervises the daily routine of the children's activities, creating environments where children can function and learn on their own and at their own rate of development.
• Implements curriculum, learning activities, and teaching strategies that meet unique needs of all children. Creates lesson plans which include individualized developmental goals and Early Learning and Developmental Standards Birth to Kindergarten.
• Completes daily information sheets for parents. Maintains strong school-parent relations; offers communication with families on a regular basis through written notes, newsletters, phone calls or e-mail.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to keep the total operation of the class and/or center running in a smooth and safe manner. Accepts classroom re-assignment if needed.
• Knows proper emergency protocol and is able to act accordingly.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 0+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).   

Preferred Qualifications:

• DCF staff credential
• Knowledge of Project Approach
• Knowledge of National Accreditation Standards
• Knowledge of Conscious Discipline
• Experience in a NAEYC accredited center

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?  

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. 

Are Benefits Important to You?

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state’s benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.  OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off. 

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Benefits Eligibility

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state’s benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.  OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.  

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.  

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. 

an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.