Infant Co Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Are you passionate about childhood education and helping children learn, grow, and develop while working in a fun and rewarding environment? At Britt Children’s Academy, our mission is to create a learning environment where each child is given the opportunity to be innovative by creating an atmosphere of encouragement and critical thinking outside of the box. We promote, teach, and encourage self-love while embracing the idea that we must invest in our community. Our goal is to make sure that each child will gain invaluable principles and teachings that will last them a lifetime. 

Why You’ll Love Working for Us:  
•    Team members that serve as industry peer mentors  
•    Paid Holidays (program annual closures of one week)  
•    Paid Time Off: 40 Hours (accrued per pay period after 1 year of employment), 80 hours after two years.  
•    Professional development assistance and tuition reimbursement for degree in Early Childhood Education through T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship   

This is a full-time position, scheduled 8 hour shifts Monday to Friday during the centers operational hours. The hourly pay rate is $14.50 - 15.50, based on experience and qualifications.  This position is situated at our center located at 1108 Peachtree Street, Cocoa FL 32922.  

The  Infant /Toddler Teacher plans and implements curriculum, serves as a model and mentor, and coordinates engaging developmental activities for children aged 6 weeks to 1 years old. You’ll have the opportunity to build a dynamic classroom environment, create fun-filled learning activities, and support the growth and success of children. 

What We Need from You:   

•    High School Diploma and/or degree in Early Childhood Education or related field of study preferred   
•    FL DCF 45 hours required  
•    FL DCF Transcript – Please send transcript to View email address on ziprecruiter.com. You can retrieve the transcript from   dcf.myflorida.com/studentsite/admin/signin  
•    CDA for infants and Toddlers highly preferred    
•    Must clear a full DCF level II background check.   
•    At least 1-3 years of professional early childhood training/experience
•    Ability to write a lesson plan based on our curriculum “Beyond Learning”  
•    CPR Certification and First Aid Certifications plus    

What You’ll Do:  

•    Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards   
•    Lead by example and encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching   
•    Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth   
•    Follow all program policies and state regulations   
•    Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement