Early Childhood Education Aide

Children's Home Society of Florida

Since opening our doors in 1902, CHS became a part of Florida's history. 

CHS has been committed to growing and evolving to provide the right services and solutions to address the needs of children and families throughout the changing times.  Every day, our team works with parents and kids to empower them and encourage them. With innovative technology solutions and a dedicated, experienced team throughout the state, we’re changing the face of foster care and positively impacting children and families’ lives for generations to come. 

Join our team to continue to do good and create history serving Florida's children and families!

The Early Childhood Educator Aide assists in supervising and assigned group of children in accordance with Florida Statutes. Overall, the Early Childhood Educator Aide contributes to the CHS high performance culture by exhibiting our values and providing quality results that position CHS as the leader in delivering proactive behavioral health, case management, community and early childhood solutions for children and families.

WHY JOIN CHS?

• Uplifting mission-driven work culture
• Make an impact in your community and become a part of Florida's history!
• Growth and professional development opportunities
• Great benefits package, including generous paid time off and holidays

Primary Job Functions

1. Assist in supervising an assigned group of children in accordance with Florida Statutes.

• Assist in developing and maintaining age-appropriate lesson plans and program materials to comply with State mandated and/or program specific requirements.
• Assist with delivering program and curriculum in compliance with agency policies, COA standards, Florida Statutes, etc.
• Assist in supervising individual and group activities to stimulate growth in language, social, and motor skills, such as learning to listen to instructions, playing with others and using play equipment, good health habits and other self-help activities.
• Recommend supplies and equipment required for the program.
• Report maintenance / equipment repair needs.
• Model appropriate behavior and instruct children in activities designed to promote social, physical and intellectual growth while maintaining a positive atmosphere.
• Assist in supervising children in classroom, playground and lunch/snack activities.
• Assist in noting each child's development through observation and assessment tools and report any development areas that may need attention.
• Participate in creating consistent, stable, and supportive relationships with each child's family.
• Maintain a clean, safe, healthy, enjoyable and respectful environment; clean classroom and sanitize toys and equipment, as required by Florida Statutes.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with administrators, supervisors and other staff.
• Attend program, administrative and staff meetings as designated.
• Complete State of Florida and program-required training within required timeframes and remain current in order to meet/maintain requirements; maintain record of certifications / training completed.
• Report incidents and accidents within required timeframes and in accordance with Children’s Home Society of Florida’s policy and procedure.
• May prepare reports and maintain files and records.
• May assist with food preparation and kitchen duties.
• May transport children.

2. Contribute to a positive, engaging work environment.

• Develop a strong knowledge base and stay current on job-related issues and trends.