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Sarasota MemorialPosted 25 months ago

**Childcare Center Openings****Infant exp is a plus*

$36,088–$49,088 year

On-siteSarasota, Florida, United States

Full TimeHigh School Or EquivalentLarge

Job Summary

Provide care for children in assigned groups, stressing individual needs within the developmental framework of social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. Create environments and provide experiences conducive to a child's continuing growth, offering opportunities for successful encounters with adults, peers, and the physical environment. Plan activities to challenge children within the context of their appropriate developmental levels and assist in developing feelings of confidence and well-being. Support designated classroom planning and adhere to developmentally appropriate practices. Requirements include a current Level 2 AHCA background clearance, HS Diploma or equivalent, and DCF Introductory 40 clock-hour Child Care Training. Specific roles demand 18 months of related experience, a National Early Childhood Certificate, or an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education. Salary ranges from $17.35 to $27.30 hourly. This role is available at our two licensed centers in Sarasota, serving children from six weeks to 5th grade.

Required Qualifications

  • DCF Introductory 40 clock-hour Child Care Training comprised of Part I and Part II courses and 5 clock-hour (or .5 Continuing Education Units) Early Literacy and Language Development
  • HS Diploma/Equiv
  • current Level 2 AHCA background clearance
  • 18 months of related experience
  • National Early Childhood Certificate (NECC); Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC); or Director Credentials with 5 years of experience working with young children
  • Enrollment in NECC/FCCPC with completion in 12 months and 5 years of experience working with young children
  • 2 years of experience working with children in a classroom setting
  • Associate degree in Early Childhood Education
  • Bachelor or Advanced Degree in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Exceptional Student Education
  • 2 year degree or higher with 6 college credit hours in Early Childhood/Child Growth and Development

Desired Qualifications

  • infant experience

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