Early Childhood Education Aide

Help Young Children Learn. Grow. Thrive.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AIDE

FULL-TIME | MISSION-DRIVEN CAREER OPPORTUNITY

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BUILD BRIDGES TO SUCCESS

At Children's Home Society of Florida (CHS), we believe every child deserves a strong start, a safe environment, and caring adults who help them discover their potential.

As an Early Childhood Education Aide, you'll help create meaningful learning experiences that support children's growth during some of the most important years of their development. Through nurturing relationships, engaging activities, and positive guidance, you'll help children build the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills they need to succeed in school and beyond.

When you join CHS, you're not simply assisting in a classroom. You're helping build the foundation for lifelong learning and success while supporting families and strengthening your community.

If you're passionate about working with young children, creating positive learning environments, and helping children reach important developmental milestones, we'd love to meet you.

YOUR IMPACT

As an Early Childhood Education Aide, you'll play an important role in supporting children during their earliest learning experiences.

Every interaction matters. Whether you're helping a child learn a new skill, encouraging positive behavior, supporting classroom activities, or building relationships with families, you'll help create an environment where children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

Your work may include:

• Assisting teachers with implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and educational activities.
• Supporting classroom instruction and curriculum delivery.
• Supervising children during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, and transitions.
• Encouraging language development, social interaction, problem-solving, and motor skill development.
• Creating positive learning experiences that promote school readiness.
• Observing children's development and sharing information with teaching staff.
• Building strong relationships with children and families.
• Helping maintain a clean, safe, healthy, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Assisting with classroom organization, materials, and supplies.
• Participating in family engagement activities and program events.
• Supporting all health and safety requirements, including classroom sanitation and child supervision standards.
• Maintaining required training, certifications, and documentation.

WHY CHS?

Because helping children learn and grow should come with opportunities for you to do the same.

• Meaningful Work

Help young children build the skills and confidence they need for lifelong success.

• Supportive Team Environment

Work alongside passionate educators and child development professionals who are committed to making a difference.

• Time to Recharge

Enjoy generous paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave.

• Health & Wellness Support

Access comprehensive health, wellness, and employee assistance resources.

• Financial Security

Plan for the future through a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.

• Professional Growth

Take advantage of ongoing training, certifications, coaching, and career advancement opportunities.

• Additional Perks

Employee discounts, recognition programs, and a mission-driven culture that values your contributions.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Education & Certifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Florida Driver's License within 30 days of hire.
• Daily access to a reliable and insured vehicle.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• Completion of DCF Introduction to Child Care Training within required timeframes.
• Completion of DCF Early Literacy and Language Development training within required timeframes.

Preferred

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

Experience

Required

• Minimum one year of experience or training working with infants, toddlers, or young children in group settings.

Welcomed Backgrounds

Candidates with experience in:

• Teaching
• Child Care
• Mentoring
• Foster Care
• Social Services
• Coaching
• Youth Development
• Child Supervision

are strongly encouraged to apply.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of child health and safety practices.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to support learning through play and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and classroom documentation systems.

YOU'LL THRIVE HERE IF YOU...

• Believe every child deserves a positive start in life.
• Enjoy helping children learn through exploration, play, and encouragement.
• Create welcoming and inclusive environments where children feel valued and supported.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Remain patient, energetic, and adaptable throughout the day.
• Appreciate the importance of safety, consistency, and structure for young learners.
• Are passionate about child development and early learning.
• Demonstrate CHS Common Bond Values in everything you do.

VISUAL OPPORTUNITY

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Headline:

"Help Young Children Learn. Grow. Thrive."

Suggested Visual Theme

An engaging classroom environment featuring young children participating in hands-on learning activities with supportive educators.

Ideal Recruitment Channels

• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Early Childhood Education Networks
• Child Care Career Boards
• Community Recruitment Campaigns
• Local Colleges and Technical Schools

THIS COULD BE YOUR NEXT CHAPTER!

At CHS, your encouragement can spark curiosity, build confidence, and help a child discover a lifelong love of learning.

Every lesson, every interaction, and every moment of support contributes to a brighter future for the children and families we serve.

Bring your compassion, creativity, and passion for early childhood education to work that changes lives every day.

Every child. Every dream. Every future.

That commitment represents CHS's focus on recognizing each child's potential, nurturing opportunity and creating lasting impact.

Bring your coordination skills, compassion and community mindset to CHS, and help create stronger connections to care for students and families.

For more information about our programs, visit https://chsfl.org/what-we-do/ready-to-learn/

All applicants are subject to background screening through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). For more information, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com