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Childcare Worker / Early Childhood Educator

Childcare workers nurture and supervise children from infancy through school age, supporting physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development through structured activities and play. Florida's DCF licensing system requires documented training and background screening, ensuring a professional baseline across more than 9,000 licensed facilities statewide.

FL Median Salary
$29,360
Entry Salary
$23,910
Experienced
$41,230
FL Growth
N/A

Requirements & Training

  • Credential: DCF 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training + Level 2 background screening; FL Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) for lead/director roles

Career Path

  1. Childcare Worker → Lead Teacher → Center Director (with FCCPC) → Regional Manager

Top Florida Employers

KinderCareBright HorizonsLearning Tree InternationalYMCA of FloridaFaith-based centersPublic school pre-K programsIndependent licensed centers

Related Programs

  • Child Development Certificate
  • Early Childhood Education AAS
  • FCCPC Credential Program
  • CDA (Child Development Associate)
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