Job Title:

Family Advocate II

Location:

Program

Job Code:

FAII

FLSA Type:

Non-Exempt

Hourly / Salary:

Hourly

Work Schedule:

  Regular Full-Time

Job Length:

12 Months

Effective Date:  6/26/2023

Responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of eligible families. Responsible for identifying the needs of children and families and for providing comprehensive case management services in an effort to empower them to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency. Establish mutually respectful partnership with families to enhance the quality of their lives and their communities.

•                  Recruits eligible children for NFCD’s programs to meet enrollment requirements, including children with disabilities.

•                  Completes applications, parent interviews, and enrollment process.

•                  Provides case management to support families in identifying needs and goals, develop family partnership agreements, make referrals as necessary, and provide follow up.

•                  Collaborates with health services staff to ensure compliance with all child health requirements.

•                  Connects families with community resources to meet basic needs in times of crisis.

•                  Documents all aspects of the case management process in NFCD’s database system.

•                  Documents and provides follow up of excessive absenteeism and attendance concerns as required. The attendance policy ensures compliance with Rilya Wilson Act.

•                  Maintains open and positive communication with families through ongoing contact and interaction. Greets parents at child arrival and departure times to the extent possible. Provides information about community events to families.

•                  Coach, consult, educate, and utilize counseling skills, where appropriate.

•                  Advocate for the family and support them in advocating for themselves.

•                  Facilitate Service Delivery Team meetings (SDTs).

•                  Conduct home visits.

•                  Ability to respond respectfully to the culture, traditions, lifestyles, language and values of each family and community.

•                  Supports families in coordinating, preparing and actively participating in parent meetings and annual parent activities and community events.

•                  Prepares, coordinates, and facilitates presentations and training for parents and families as required by performance standards and as deemed necessary through the result of the Family Needs Assessment.

•                  Coordinates with center staff and parents in planning family-focused, center-based events and father/male involvement activities monthly.

•                  Works collaboratively with center staff to promote and document family participation, and provide feedback to parents and staff regarding participation.

•                  Works in collaboration with the Family and Community Partnership Specialist by participating in community activities that support families, enhance the programs, and increase community awareness.

•                  Maintains effective working interaction with coworkers and outside contacts that will enhance the operation of NFCD’s program.

•                  Performs other duties as assigned.

·                 This position has no supervisory or management responsibilities.

Required

•                  Basic level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

•                  Make decisions and acts based on family support principles, theories, practices, and code of ethics.

•                  Work within the context of a team approach.

•                  The ability to communicate effectively verbally and through writing with families, staff, consultants, volunteers, and community stakeholders.

•                  Ability to maintain composure and perform effectively under stressful conditions.

•                  Strong ability to interact tactfully and effectively with diverse populations.

•                  Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

•                  Ability to actively listen to others.

•                  Ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information.

•                  Ability to work flexible hours.

•                  Ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred

•                  Articulate an awareness of self, values, and ethics as they impact work with families.

•                  Ability to manage one’s own time and the time of others.

Licenses or Certifications

Current Infant/Toddler /Young Child First Aid and CPR

Education

Degree Type:   Associate's Degree             Major:    Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, Counseling, or another related field.                    Required:  Yes

Work Experience

Required:   If they don’t have an Associate degree they must have a Credential in Family Services or Social Work.  2 years of related experience with strong emphasis on record-keeping, tracking, and contact with diverse populations.

Preferred:        2 years’ experience providing services to children and families.

·        Minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.

·        Minimal exposure to hazards typically found in general office environments where there is rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.

·        Exposure to routine office noise and equipment.

·        Must be able to pass a Level 2 background check.

·        Must be able to pass a drug screen.

·        Must be able to provide references for the previous 5 years work experience.

Contingency:

·        Employment with NFCD is contingent upon an annual appropriation by the Legislature, federal funding, and successful implementation of job requirements, as measured by performance-based evaluations. In the event the federal, state, and/or local funds upon which employment is dependent are withdrawn or redirected, employment may be terminated and NFCD shall have no further liability to the employee beyond that already incurred prior to the termination date. NFCD is an at-will company.

North Florida Child Development’s job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications.  North Florida Child Development’s job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

Under the supervision of the Teacher, the Substitute Teacher shall deliver high quality educational services in a center-based classroom setting. The Substitute Teacher is responsible for assisting in the implementation of a full day Preschool and/or Infant/Toddler classroom that will provide children and families with comprehensive quality services. 

•                    Assist teachers with maintaining a safe and healthy indoor and outdoor learning environment through routine health and safety checks.

•                    Actively supervise children at all times  by maintain ratio indoors and outdoors learning environments.

•                    Assisting teachers with conducting daily child health checks.

•                    Assist teaching staff with curriculum implementation to encourage social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skill development through developmental learning activities and environmental set-up.

•                    Assist teacher in carrying out lesson plans and implement curriculum.

•                    Assist teacher with daily student attendance.

•                    Assist with contacting parent/guardian after 1 hour of unplanned student attendance.

•         Assist with meal service as needed.

•         Establish positive and productive relationships with children, parents, co-workers, and visitors.

•         Performs other duties as assigned.

·                 This position has no supervisory or management responsibilities.

Required

•           Strong communications skills, especially good listening and writing skills.

•           Ability to work with infants/toddlers, preschool children, and peers.

•           Ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred

•           Ability to acquire knowledge and apply principles, strategies and skills necessary to implement Creative Curriculum and early childhood practices.

•           Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff and other professionals.

•           Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and embrace  the cultural diversity of families.

Licenses or Certifications

•           Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) – before commencement in classroom.

•           Personnel Orientation Course (5 hours) that includes Universal Precautions, Fire Extinguisher, and Medication Administration.

•           Within 30 days of employment – Safe Sleep Course

•           Within 90 days of employment – DCF 40 hours Required Course (Part I and Part II), DCF 5 hour Literacy Course

•          Health & Nutrition in the School Readiness Program

•          Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program

•           Maintain a current Infant/Toddler/Young Child CPR and First Aid Certifications.

•           State and National criminal background screenings and Child Abuse Registry.

•           Subject to random Drug Testing.

•           Physical and TB test

Education

Degree Type:              High School/GED             Major:                                Required:  Yes

Work Experience

Required: Previous experience in Early Childhood setting (example: church nursery or preschool, school, childcare setting, summer preschool camp, aftercare.

Preferred: 

·        Ability to conduct active supervision on children ages 0-5 years within weight range of up to 50 pounds including guiding, pursuing, withstanding sudden movement. Ability to bend, stoop, and lift or move. Frequent, regular kneeling, bending, and sitting on the floor to attend child’s needs.

·        Able to lift children up to 50 pounds in the prevention of a child hurting him/herself.

·        Moderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions. Frequent use of light or medium weight objects (e.g., 25-50 lbs) and use of medium weight tools.

·        Occasional hazards that are predictable or well protected against (Hazardous waste, ladders, cleaning supplies, trips and falls)

·        Typically exposed to classroom noises and interruptions.

·        Redirecting children with behavioral concerns.

·        Regular exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements

·        Must be able to pass a background check.

·        Must be able to pass a drug screen.

·        Must be able to provide references for the previous 5 years work experience.

Contingency:

·        Employment with NFCD is contingent upon an annual appropriation by the Legislature, federal funding, and successful implementation of job requirements, as measured by performance-based evaluations. In the event the federal, state, and/or local funds upon which employment is dependent are withdrawn or redirected, employment may be terminated and NFCD shall have no further liability to the employee beyond that already incurred prior to the termination date. NFCD is an at-will company.

Job Description:
North Florida Child Development is seeking a dedicated Teachers to lead developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum for preschool and/or infant/toddler classrooms. This role ensures compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and Florida childcare regulations while fostering children’s growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement lesson plans to support social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Supervise and actively engage with children to maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with parents, conduct assessments, and support individualized learning plans (IEPs/IFSPs).
• Maintain accurate and confidential educational records.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in Early Child Development or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in an early education classroom.
• Must meet Florida Department of Children and Families training and certification requirements within specified timeframes.

Skills:

• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, and Developmentally Appropriate Practices.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management abilities.

Why Join NFCD?
Be part of a mission-driven team committed to nurturing children’s growth and empowering families within a supportive community.

Job Description:
North Florida Child Development seeks a passionate Teachers to provide age-appropriate curriculum instruction and developmentally supportive activities for preschool and/or infant/toddler classrooms. The role focuses on fostering children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth while meeting Head Start Performance Standards and Florida childcare regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement daily lesson plans.
• Maintain a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Conduct assessments, parent conferences, and home visits.
• Supervise children, ensuring ratios and safety standards are met.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to support each child’s development.

Qualifications:

• National CDA or FCCPC certification required; must enroll in an Associate’s degree program in Early Childhood Education.
• 2+ years of experience in an early education classroom.
• Ability to meet Florida DCF training requirements within the specified timeframe.

Skills:

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of early childhood education best practices, including Creative Curriculum and Conscious Discipline.
• Physical ability to engage with children (e.g., kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs.).

Other Requirements:

• Level 2 background check and drug screening.
• Completion of required training courses.

Why NFCD?
Be part of a dedicated team committed to supporting children’s learning and development in a dynamic, nurturing environment.

Job Description:
North Florida Child Development seeks a passionate Teachers to provide age-appropriate curriculum instruction and developmentally supportive activities for preschool and/or infant/toddler classrooms. The role focuses on fostering children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth while meeting Head Start Performance Standards and Florida childcare regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement daily lesson plans.
• Maintain a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Conduct assessments, parent conferences, and home visits.
• Supervise children, ensuring ratios and safety standards are met.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to support each child’s development.

Qualifications:

• National CDA or FCCPC certification required; must enroll in an Associate’s degree program in Early Childhood Education.
• 2+ years of experience in an early education classroom.
• Ability to meet Florida DCF training requirements within the specified timeframe.

Skills:

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of early childhood education best practices, including Creative Curriculum and Conscious Discipline.
• Physical ability to engage with children (e.g., kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs.).

Other Requirements:

• Level 2 background check and drug screening.
• Completion of required training courses.

Why NFCD?
Be part of a dedicated team committed to supporting children’s learning and development in a dynamic, nurturing environment.

Job Description:
North Florida Child Development seeks a passionate Teachers to provide age-appropriate curriculum instruction and developmentally supportive activities for preschool and/or infant/toddler classrooms. The role focuses on fostering children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth while meeting Head Start Performance Standards and Florida childcare regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement daily lesson plans.
• Maintain a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Conduct assessments, parent conferences, and home visits.
• Supervise children, ensuring ratios and safety standards are met.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to support each child’s development.

Qualifications:

• National CDA or FCCPC certification required; must enroll in an Associate’s degree program in Early Childhood Education.
• 2+ years of experience in an early education classroom.
• Ability to meet Florida DCF training requirements within the specified timeframe.

Skills:

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of early childhood education best practices, including Creative Curriculum and Conscious Discipline.
• Physical ability to engage with children (e.g., kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs.).

Other Requirements:

• Level 2 background check and drug screening.
• Completion of required training courses.

Why NFCD?
Be part of a dedicated team committed to supporting children’s learning and development in a dynamic, nurturing environment.

Job Description:
North Florida Child Development is seeking a dedicated Teachers to lead developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum for preschool and/or infant/toddler classrooms. This role ensures compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and Florida childcare regulations while fostering children’s growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement lesson plans to support social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Supervise and actively engage with children to maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with parents, conduct assessments, and support individualized learning plans (IEPs/IFSPs).
• Maintain accurate and confidential educational records.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in Early Child Development or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in an early education classroom.
• Must meet Florida Department of Children and Families training and certification requirements within specified timeframes.

Skills:

• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, and Developmentally Appropriate Practices.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management abilities.

Why Join NFCD?
Be part of a mission-driven team committed to nurturing children’s growth and empowering families within a supportive community.

Job Title:

Family Advocate II

Location:

Program

Job Code:

FAII

FLSA Type:

Non-Exempt

Hourly / Salary:

Hourly

Work Schedule:

  Regular Full-Time

Job Length:

12 Months

Effective Date:  6/26/2023

Responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of eligible families. Responsible for identifying the needs of children and families and for providing comprehensive case management services in an effort to empower them to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency. Establish mutually respectful partnership with families to enhance the quality of their lives and their communities.

•                  Recruits eligible children for NFCD’s programs to meet enrollment requirements, including children with disabilities.

•                  Completes applications, parent interviews, and enrollment process.

•                  Provides case management to support families in identifying needs and goals, develop family partnership agreements, make referrals as necessary, and provide follow up.

•                  Collaborates with health services staff to ensure compliance with all child health requirements.

•                  Connects families with community resources to meet basic needs in times of crisis.

•                  Documents all aspects of the case management process in NFCD’s database system.

•                  Documents and provides follow up of excessive absenteeism and attendance concerns as required. The attendance policy ensures compliance with Rilya Wilson Act.

•                  Maintains open and positive communication with families through ongoing contact and interaction. Greets parents at child arrival and departure times to the extent possible. Provides information about community events to families.

•                  Coach, consult, educate, and utilize counseling skills, where appropriate.

•                  Advocate for the family and support them in advocating for themselves.

•                  Facilitate Service Delivery Team meetings (SDTs).

•                  Conduct home visits.

•                  Ability to respond respectfully to the culture, traditions, lifestyles, language and values of each family and community.

•                  Supports families in coordinating, preparing and actively participating in parent meetings and annual parent activities and community events.

•                  Prepares, coordinates, and facilitates presentations and training for parents and families as required by performance standards and as deemed necessary through the result of the Family Needs Assessment.

•                  Coordinates with center staff and parents in planning family-focused, center-based events and father/male involvement activities monthly.

•                  Works collaboratively with center staff to promote and document family participation, and provide feedback to parents and staff regarding participation.

•                  Works in collaboration with the Family and Community Partnership Specialist by participating in community activities that support families, enhance the programs, and increase community awareness.

•                  Maintains effective working interaction with coworkers and outside contacts that will enhance the operation of NFCD’s program.

•                  Performs other duties as assigned.

·                 This position has no supervisory or management responsibilities.

Required

•                  Basic level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

•                  Make decisions and acts based on family support principles, theories, practices, and code of ethics.

•                  Work within the context of a team approach.

•                  The ability to communicate effectively verbally and through writing with families, staff, consultants, volunteers, and community stakeholders.

•                  Ability to maintain composure and perform effectively under stressful conditions.

•                  Strong ability to interact tactfully and effectively with diverse populations.

•                  Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

•                  Ability to actively listen to others.

•                  Ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information.

•                  Ability to work flexible hours.

•                  Ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred

•                  Articulate an awareness of self, values, and ethics as they impact work with families.

•                  Ability to manage one’s own time and the time of others.

Licenses or Certifications

Current Infant/Toddler /Young Child First Aid and CPR

Education

Degree Type:   Associate's Degree             Major:    Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, Counseling, or another related field.                    Required:  Yes

Work Experience

Required:   If they don’t have an Associate degree they must have a Credential in Family Services or Social Work.  2 years of related experience with strong emphasis on record-keeping, tracking, and contact with diverse populations.

Preferred:        2 years’ experience providing services to children and families.

·        Minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.

·        Minimal exposure to hazards typically found in general office environments where there is rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.

·        Exposure to routine office noise and equipment.

·        Must be able to pass a Level 2 background check.

·        Must be able to pass a drug screen.

·        Must be able to provide references for the previous 5 years work experience.

Contingency:

·        Employment with NFCD is contingent upon an annual appropriation by the Legislature, federal funding, and successful implementation of job requirements, as measured by performance-based evaluations. In the event the federal, state, and/or local funds upon which employment is dependent are withdrawn or redirected, employment may be terminated and NFCD shall have no further liability to the employee beyond that already incurred prior to the termination date. NFCD is an at-will company.

North Florida Child Development’s job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications.  North Florida Child Development’s job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

Job Description:
North Florida Child Development seeks a passionate Teachers to provide age-appropriate curriculum instruction and developmentally supportive activities for preschool and/or infant/toddler classrooms. The role focuses on fostering children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth while meeting Head Start Performance Standards and Florida childcare regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement daily lesson plans.
• Maintain a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Conduct assessments, parent conferences, and home visits.
• Supervise children, ensuring ratios and safety standards are met.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to support each child’s development.

Qualifications:

• National CDA or FCCPC certification required; must enroll in an Associate’s degree program in Early Childhood Education.
• 2+ years of experience in an early education classroom.
• Ability to meet Florida DCF training requirements within the specified timeframe.

Skills:

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of early childhood education best practices, including Creative Curriculum and Conscious Discipline.
• Physical ability to engage with children (e.g., kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs.).

Other Requirements:

• Level 2 background check and drug screening.
• Completion of required training courses.

Why NFCD?
Be part of a dedicated team committed to supporting children’s learning and development in a dynamic, nurturing environment.

Job Description:
North Florida Child Development is seeking a dedicated Teachers to lead developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum for preschool and/or infant/toddler classrooms. This role ensures compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and Florida childcare regulations while fostering children’s growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement lesson plans to support social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Supervise and actively engage with children to maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with parents, conduct assessments, and support individualized learning plans (IEPs/IFSPs).
• Maintain accurate and confidential educational records.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in Early Child Development or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in an early education classroom.
• Must meet Florida Department of Children and Families training and certification requirements within specified timeframes.

Skills:

• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, and Developmentally Appropriate Practices.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management abilities.

Why Join NFCD?
Be part of a mission-driven team committed to nurturing children’s growth and empowering families within a supportive community.

Under the supervision of the Teacher, the Substitute Teacher shall deliver high quality educational services in a center-based classroom setting. The Substitute Teacher is responsible for assisting in the implementation of a full day Preschool and/or Infant/Toddler classroom that will provide children and families with comprehensive quality services. 

•                    Assist teachers with maintaining a safe and healthy indoor and outdoor learning environment through routine health and safety checks.

•                    Actively supervise children at all times  by maintain ratio indoors and outdoors learning environments.

•                    Assisting teachers with conducting daily child health checks.

•                    Assist teaching staff with curriculum implementation to encourage social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skill development through developmental learning activities and environmental set-up.

•                    Assist teacher in carrying out lesson plans and implement curriculum.

•                    Assist teacher with daily student attendance.

•                    Assist with contacting parent/guardian after 1 hour of unplanned student attendance.

•         Assist with meal service as needed.

•         Establish positive and productive relationships with children, parents, co-workers, and visitors.

•         Performs other duties as assigned.

·                 This position has no supervisory or management responsibilities.

Required

•           Strong communications skills, especially good listening and writing skills.

•           Ability to work with infants/toddlers, preschool children, and peers.

•           Ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred

•           Ability to acquire knowledge and apply principles, strategies and skills necessary to implement Creative Curriculum and early childhood practices.

•           Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff and other professionals.

•           Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and embrace  the cultural diversity of families.

Licenses or Certifications

•           Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) – before commencement in classroom.

•           Personnel Orientation Course (5 hours) that includes Universal Precautions, Fire Extinguisher, and Medication Administration.

•           Within 30 days of employment – Safe Sleep Course

•           Within 90 days of employment – DCF 40 hours Required Course (Part I and Part II), DCF 5 hour Literacy Course

•          Health & Nutrition in the School Readiness Program

•          Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program

•           Maintain a current Infant/Toddler/Young Child CPR and First Aid Certifications.

•           State and National criminal background screenings and Child Abuse Registry.

•           Subject to random Drug Testing.

•           Physical and TB test

Education

Degree Type:              High School/GED             Major:                                Required:  Yes

Work Experience

Required: Previous experience in Early Childhood setting (example: church nursery or preschool, school, childcare setting, summer preschool camp, aftercare.

Preferred: 

·        Ability to conduct active supervision on children ages 0-5 years within weight range of up to 50 pounds including guiding, pursuing, withstanding sudden movement. Ability to bend, stoop, and lift or move. Frequent, regular kneeling, bending, and sitting on the floor to attend child’s needs.

·        Able to lift children up to 50 pounds in the prevention of a child hurting him/herself.

·        Moderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions. Frequent use of light or medium weight objects (e.g., 25-50 lbs) and use of medium weight tools.

·        Occasional hazards that are predictable or well protected against (Hazardous waste, ladders, cleaning supplies, trips and falls)

·        Typically exposed to classroom noises and interruptions.

·        Redirecting children with behavioral concerns.

·        Regular exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements

·        Must be able to pass a background check.

·        Must be able to pass a drug screen.

·        Must be able to provide references for the previous 5 years work experience.

Contingency:

·        Employment with NFCD is contingent upon an annual appropriation by the Legislature, federal funding, and successful implementation of job requirements, as measured by performance-based evaluations. In the event the federal, state, and/or local funds upon which employment is dependent are withdrawn or redirected, employment may be terminated and NFCD shall have no further liability to the employee beyond that already incurred prior to the termination date. NFCD is an at-will company.

Under the supervision of the Teacher, the Substitute Teacher shall deliver high quality educational services in a center-based classroom setting. The Substitute Teacher is responsible for assisting in the implementation of a full day Preschool and/or Infant/Toddler classroom that will provide children and families with comprehensive quality services. 

•                    Assist teachers with maintaining a safe and healthy indoor and outdoor learning environment through routine health and safety checks.

•                    Actively supervise children at all times  by maintain ratio indoors and outdoors learning environments.

•                    Assisting teachers with conducting daily child health checks.

•                    Assist teaching staff with curriculum implementation to encourage social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skill development through developmental learning activities and environmental set-up.

•                    Assist teacher in carrying out lesson plans and implement curriculum.

•                    Assist teacher with daily student attendance.

•                    Assist with contacting parent/guardian after 1 hour of unplanned student attendance.

•         Assist with meal service as needed.

•         Establish positive and productive relationships with children, parents, co-workers, and visitors.

•         Performs other duties as assigned.

·                 This position has no supervisory or management responsibilities.

Required

•           Strong communications skills, especially good listening and writing skills.

•           Ability to work with infants/toddlers, preschool children, and peers.

•           Ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred

•           Ability to acquire knowledge and apply principles, strategies and skills necessary to implement Creative Curriculum and early childhood practices.

•           Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff and other professionals.

•           Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and embrace  the cultural diversity of families.

Licenses or Certifications

•           Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) – before commencement in classroom.

•           Personnel Orientation Course (5 hours) that includes Universal Precautions, Fire Extinguisher, and Medication Administration.

•           Within 30 days of employment – Safe Sleep Course

•           Within 90 days of employment – DCF 40 hours Required Course (Part I and Part II), DCF 5 hour Literacy Course

•          Health & Nutrition in the School Readiness Program

•          Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program

•           Maintain a current Infant/Toddler/Young Child CPR and First Aid Certifications.

•           State and National criminal background screenings and Child Abuse Registry.

•           Subject to random Drug Testing.

•           Physical and TB test

Education

Degree Type:              High School/GED             Major:                                Required:  Yes

Work Experience

Required: Previous experience in Early Childhood setting (example: church nursery or preschool, school, childcare setting, summer preschool camp, aftercare.

Preferred: 

·        Ability to conduct active supervision on children ages 0-5 years within weight range of up to 50 pounds including guiding, pursuing, withstanding sudden movement. Ability to bend, stoop, and lift or move. Frequent, regular kneeling, bending, and sitting on the floor to attend child’s needs.

·        Able to lift children up to 50 pounds in the prevention of a child hurting him/herself.

·        Moderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions. Frequent use of light or medium weight objects (e.g., 25-50 lbs) and use of medium weight tools.

·        Occasional hazards that are predictable or well protected against (Hazardous waste, ladders, cleaning supplies, trips and falls)

·        Typically exposed to classroom noises and interruptions.

·        Redirecting children with behavioral concerns.

·        Regular exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements

·        Must be able to pass a background check.

·        Must be able to pass a drug screen.

·        Must be able to provide references for the previous 5 years work experience.

Contingency:

·        Employment with NFCD is contingent upon an annual appropriation by the Legislature, federal funding, and successful implementation of job requirements, as measured by performance-based evaluations. In the event the federal, state, and/or local funds upon which employment is dependent are withdrawn or redirected, employment may be terminated and NFCD shall have no further liability to the employee beyond that already incurred prior to the termination date. NFCD is an at-will company.

Under the supervision of the Teacher, the Substitute Teacher shall deliver high quality educational services in a center-based classroom setting. The Substitute Teacher is responsible for assisting in the implementation of a full day Preschool and/or Infant/Toddler classroom that will provide children and families with comprehensive quality services. 

•                    Assist teachers with maintaining a safe and healthy indoor and outdoor learning environment through routine health and safety checks.

•                    Actively supervise children at all times  by maintain ratio indoors and outdoors learning environments.

•                    Assisting teachers with conducting daily child health checks.

•                    Assist teaching staff with curriculum implementation to encourage social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skill development through developmental learning activities and environmental set-up.

•                    Assist teacher in carrying out lesson plans and implement curriculum.

•                    Assist teacher with daily student attendance.

•                    Assist with contacting parent/guardian after 1 hour of unplanned student attendance.

•         Assist with meal service as needed.

•         Establish positive and productive relationships with children, parents, co-workers, and visitors.

•         Performs other duties as assigned.

·                 This position has no supervisory or management responsibilities.

Required

•           Strong communications skills, especially good listening and writing skills.

•           Ability to work with infants/toddlers, preschool children, and peers.

•           Ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred

•           Ability to acquire knowledge and apply principles, strategies and skills necessary to implement Creative Curriculum and early childhood practices.

•           Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff and other professionals.

•           Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and embrace  the cultural diversity of families.

Licenses or Certifications

•           Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) – before commencement in classroom.

•           Personnel Orientation Course (5 hours) that includes Universal Precautions, Fire Extinguisher, and Medication Administration.

•           Within 30 days of employment – Safe Sleep Course

•           Within 90 days of employment – DCF 40 hours Required Course (Part I and Part II), DCF 5 hour Literacy Course

•          Health & Nutrition in the School Readiness Program

•          Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program

•           Maintain a current Infant/Toddler/Young Child CPR and First Aid Certifications.

•           State and National criminal background screenings and Child Abuse Registry.

•           Subject to random Drug Testing.

•           Physical and TB test

Education

Degree Type:              High School/GED             Major:                                Required:  Yes

Work Experience

Required: Previous experience in Early Childhood setting (example: church nursery or preschool, school, childcare setting, summer preschool camp, aftercare.

Preferred: 

·        Ability to conduct active supervision on children ages 0-5 years within weight range of up to 50 pounds including guiding, pursuing, withstanding sudden movement. Ability to bend, stoop, and lift or move. Frequent, regular kneeling, bending, and sitting on the floor to attend child’s needs.

·        Able to lift children up to 50 pounds in the prevention of a child hurting him/herself.

·        Moderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions. Frequent use of light or medium weight objects (e.g., 25-50 lbs) and use of medium weight tools.

·        Occasional hazards that are predictable or well protected against (Hazardous waste, ladders, cleaning supplies, trips and falls)

·        Typically exposed to classroom noises and interruptions.

·        Redirecting children with behavioral concerns.

·        Regular exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements

·        Must be able to pass a background check.

·        Must be able to pass a drug screen.

·        Must be able to provide references for the previous 5 years work experience.

Contingency:

·        Employment with NFCD is contingent upon an annual appropriation by the Legislature, federal funding, and successful implementation of job requirements, as measured by performance-based evaluations. In the event the federal, state, and/or local funds upon which employment is dependent are withdrawn or redirected, employment may be terminated and NFCD shall have no further liability to the employee beyond that already incurred prior to the termination date. NFCD is an at-will company.

Under the supervision of the Teacher, the Substitute Teacher shall deliver high quality educational services in a center-based classroom setting. The Substitute Teacher is responsible for assisting in the implementation of a full day Preschool and/or Infant/Toddler classroom that will provide children and families with comprehensive quality services. 

•                    Assist teachers with maintaining a safe and healthy indoor and outdoor learning environment through routine health and safety checks.

•                    Actively supervise children at all times  by maintain ratio indoors and outdoors learning environments.

•                    Assisting teachers with conducting daily child health checks.

•                    Assist teaching staff with curriculum implementation to encourage social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skill development through developmental learning activities and environmental set-up.

•                    Assist teacher in carrying out lesson plans and implement curriculum.

•                    Assist teacher with daily student attendance.

•                    Assist with contacting parent/guardian after 1 hour of unplanned student attendance.

•         Assist with meal service as needed.

•         Establish positive and productive relationships with children, parents, co-workers, and visitors.

•         Performs other duties as assigned.

·                 This position has no supervisory or management responsibilities.

Required

•           Strong communications skills, especially good listening and writing skills.

•           Ability to work with infants/toddlers, preschool children, and peers.

•           Ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred

•           Ability to acquire knowledge and apply principles, strategies and skills necessary to implement Creative Curriculum and early childhood practices.

•           Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff and other professionals.

•           Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and embrace  the cultural diversity of families.

Licenses or Certifications

•           Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) – before commencement in classroom.

•           Personnel Orientation Course (5 hours) that includes Universal Precautions, Fire Extinguisher, and Medication Administration.

•           Within 30 days of employment – Safe Sleep Course

•           Within 90 days of employment – DCF 40 hours Required Course (Part I and Part II), DCF 5 hour Literacy Course

•          Health & Nutrition in the School Readiness Program

•          Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program

•           Maintain a current Infant/Toddler/Young Child CPR and First Aid Certifications.

•           State and National criminal background screenings and Child Abuse Registry.

•           Subject to random Drug Testing.

•           Physical and TB test

Education

Degree Type:              High School/GED             Major:                                Required:  Yes

Work Experience

Required: Previous experience in Early Childhood setting (example: church nursery or preschool, school, childcare setting, summer preschool camp, aftercare.

Preferred: 

·        Ability to conduct active supervision on children ages 0-5 years within weight range of up to 50 pounds including guiding, pursuing, withstanding sudden movement. Ability to bend, stoop, and lift or move. Frequent, regular kneeling, bending, and sitting on the floor to attend child’s needs.

·        Able to lift children up to 50 pounds in the prevention of a child hurting him/herself.

·        Moderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions. Frequent use of light or medium weight objects (e.g., 25-50 lbs) and use of medium weight tools.

·        Occasional hazards that are predictable or well protected against (Hazardous waste, ladders, cleaning supplies, trips and falls)

·        Typically exposed to classroom noises and interruptions.

·        Redirecting children with behavioral concerns.

·        Regular exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements

·        Must be able to pass a background check.

·        Must be able to pass a drug screen.

·        Must be able to provide references for the previous 5 years work experience.

Contingency:

·        Employment with NFCD is contingent upon an annual appropriation by the Legislature, federal funding, and successful implementation of job requirements, as measured by performance-based evaluations. In the event the federal, state, and/or local funds upon which employment is dependent are withdrawn or redirected, employment may be terminated and NFCD shall have no further liability to the employee beyond that already incurred prior to the termination date. NFCD is an at-will company.