Lead Preschool Teacher & Mentor

PRODIGY ELC AT WELLEN PARK LLC; Venice (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prodigy ELC at Wellen Park LLC in Florida invites a Lead Preschool Teacher to foster a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment rich with STEM and literacy activities, while focusing on the whole child—social-emotional, cognitive, and developmental growth. You will lead by example in the classroom and collaborate with staff to plan engaging lessons.

You will communicate with parents daily, mentor new staff, ensure safety, maintain portfolios, and uphold accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDA credential required.
• Minimum 1 year experience as lead teacher in licensed childcare.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP).
• Familiar with NAEYC standards.
• Must be 18+ and pass Level 2 background screening.
• VPK certification if applicable.
• Florida standards training within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with co-teacher and staff daily.
• Mentor and train new staff as needed.
• Collaborate with staff to plan activities.
• Lead by example in classroom and school.
• Ensure children's safety and well-being at all times.
• Be a team player and engaged teaching staff member.
• Communicate with parents daily regarding progress.
• Maintain accreditation and state childcare standards.
• Uphold company vision and mission.

Skills

Lesson planning

STEM activities

Observation & assessment

Safety & welfare

Parent communication

Professional development

Classroom newsletters

Portfolio creation

Early childhood theory knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA credential

Associate's or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Prodigy ELC at Wellen Park LLC in Florida invites a Lead Preschool Teacher to foster a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment rich with STEM and literacy activities, while focusing on the whole child—social-emotional, cognitive, and developmental growth. You will lead by example in the classroom and collaborate with staff to plan engaging lessons.

You will communicate with parents daily, mentor new staff, ensure safety, maintain portfolios, and uphold accreditation standards.