Southeast Health
Location
Dothan, Alabama
The employee is responsible for the direct supervision of an assigned group of children. Duties must be performed in accordance with Minimum Standards for Day Care Centers.
Candidates must be at least 19 years old and hold a Child Development Credential (CDA) or an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education. A Bachelor's degree and experience working with children in group settings are preferred.
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Summary Employees in this category have direct and primary responsibility for supervising an assigned group of children. The job duties of this position are in accordance with Minimum Standards for Day Care Centers.
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Must be 19 years of age. A Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred. A minimum of a Child Development Credential (CDA) or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/Development or Child Development is required. Experience working with children in a group format preferred. LANGUAGE/ COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Ability to communicate in stressful situations. SKILLS: 1. Basic knowledge of child development (discipline, behavior and curriculum). Shift Day Shift Details FTE 1 Type Regular Join one of Forbes 500 best mid-sized employers in America. Equal Employment Employer Southeast Health is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Southeast Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Let's connect! Submit your resume to connect with one of our recruiters. Southeast Health is an academic community-based health system serving the healthcare needs of 460,000 residents in southeast Alabama, southwest Georgia, and the Florida panhandle. The organization includes, Southeast Health Medical Center, a 420-bed hospital with the region’s largest medical group and the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine (ACOM), the state’s largest medical school. The philanthropic arm of the organization is the Southeast Health Foundation, and its population health division is Southeast Health Statera Network. Southeast Health, a not-for-profit organization, exists to promote healing, prevent disease, educate medicine’s brightest minds, and bring wellness and prosperity to the region it serves. Delivering excellent patient care and top-notch educational experiences begins with great employees, which is why we constantly strive to improve the work experience for our 3,000 team members.
Market context
Teacher’s Assistant roles in Alabama are commonly tied to early childhood and classroom support needs, with employers often looking for candidates who can help maintain safe, structured learning environments. This role is competitive because minimum credentials such as a CDA or associate degree are required, while a bachelor’s degree and group childcare experience can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your credential details and highlight any hands-on experience with children in group settings before applying.
Salary benchmark
$38,071 avg / yr
Typical range: $26,000–$43,500 based on 74 active listings in Alabama