Center Support Assistant

ECS4KIDS
Ocala, FL
Category Education
Job Description
Join ECS4Kids as a Center Support Assistant and help empower communities through comprehensive early childhood education and holistic family support. The Center Support Assistant provides a nurturing environment for children to develop language, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. Partner with us to help families and caregivers in Florida promote children's well-being.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED with DCF 45-hour training and CDA highly preferred
  • Knowledge of child growth and development as well as developmentally appropriate practices for children ages birth to 5 years
  • Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children
  • Ability to exercise control and maintain appropriate classroom discipline
  • Ability and willingness to implement the approved curriculum
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and emotional maturity
  • Ability to build and establish collaborative relationships with diverse staff & families
  • Demonstrates proper use of grammar and communication skills
  • Knowledge of applicable safety and abuse-reporting procedures
  • Ability to maintain confidential information
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Ability to plan and organize work as well as maintain records
  • A willingness to learn and continue personal education

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 403(b) plan with 5% employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Long-term & short-term disability insurance
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Generous paid time off
  • Career development
  • Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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