Early Childhood Educator: Nurture Growth & Discovery

Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida is seeking a Preschool Teacher to deliver quality early childhood education in our on-site childcare facilities. You will create and implement developmentally appropriate plans to foster cognitive, social and emotional growth while ensuring a safe, inclusive environment.

You will communicate with families, follow the Learning Beyond Paper Curriculum, and collaborate with staff to meet Florida health, safety and education standards.

Qualifications

• ECE certification or degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Florida DCF, NAEYC, and School Readiness Coalition requirements.
• Experience implementing Learning Beyond Paper Curriculum and Florida Standards in lesson planning.
• Familiarity conducting developmental assessments on children.
• Completion of 10 Hours of State-Mandated In-Service Training annually.

Responsibilities

• Educate and guide children with developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Prepare children for entrance into the VPK Program.
• Follow lesson plans incorporating Language Arts, Art, Sensory, Music, Science, Math, PE, Dramatic Play, Self-Esteem and Self-Awareness.
• Include multicultural activities to promote diversity.
• Model positive discipline and redirection techniques.
• Maintain safe, structured classroom routines and daily schedules.
• Greet parents and maintain positive relationships with families.
• Communicate progress with parents and share daily feedback.
• Maintain daily reports for parents.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Classroom management

Curriculum planning & delivery

Schedule flexibility

Empathy & supportive care

Education

ECE certification or degree

Knowledge of Florida DCF/NAEYC requirements

Experience with Learning Beyond Paper curriculum

Developmental assessments familiarity

10 hours state-mandated in-service training annually

Job description

Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida is seeking a Preschool Teacher to deliver quality early childhood education in our on-site childcare facilities. You will create and implement developmentally appropriate plans to foster cognitive, social and emotional growth while ensuring a safe, inclusive environment.

You will communicate with families, follow the Learning Beyond Paper Curriculum, and collaborate with staff to meet Florida health, safety and education standards.