Lead VPK & Early Childhood Teacher

Easter Seals Southwest Florida, Inc; Sarasota (FL); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

403(b) match

403(b) Roth

403(b) Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Easterseals Southwest Florida, Inc. is seeking an experienced teacher for the Child Development Center to plan and implement age-appropriate classroom activities that support diverse developmental needs.

The role emphasizes inclusive practices, play-based learning, and integration of Florida VPK standards into lesson planning. The position requires compliance with VPK requirements, observation-based assessment, and collaboration with families to track progress and provide individualized supports

Formación

• Associates degree required in Early Childhood Education.
• Preferred: Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or equivalent with at least six hours of ECE coursework.
• Mandated 45 hours of training by the Department of Children and Families preferred before hire.
• VPK training required by the Early Learning Coalition.
• At least five years’ experience as a lead teacher in a preschool setting.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure implementation of all VPK standards and requirements.
• Develop and implement a developmentally appropriate preschool program.
• Plan activities to meet physical, emotional, intellectual, and social-emotional needs of children.
• Ensure equipment and facility are clean, well maintained, and safe.
• Enforce Creative Curriculum with developmentally appropriate plans and environment.
• Complete classroom logs and submit monthly to the office.
• Provide a safe and secure environment and establish routines with positive guidance.
• Discuss children’s development with parents/guardians and conduct parent conferences.

Conocimientos

Lead teacher experience

Preschool classroom management

Observation & assessment

Educación

Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education

45 hours of training (DCF requirements)

VPK training

Minimum of five years’ lead teacher experience

Descripción del empleo

Easterseals Southwest Florida, Inc. is seeking an experienced teacher for the Child Development Center to plan and implement age-appropriate classroom activities that support diverse developmental needs.

The role emphasizes inclusive practices, play-based learning, and integration of Florida VPK standards into lesson planning. The position requires compliance with VPK requirements, observation-based assessment, and collaboration with families to track progress and provide individualized supports