Preschool Teacher 3

Redlands Christian Migrant Association; Aarons Place (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Holiday pay

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

RCMA is seeking a Preschool Teacher 3 to lead a teaching team and provide developmentally appropriate activities in a safe, nurturing early childhood program in Florida. You willmodel positive classroom practices, implement High Scope curriculum, mentor other teachers, and collaborate with families to support children's readiness for school.

Requires an AS in early childhood education or AA/AS or BA/BS with relevant coursework and experience; CPR and First Aid certification desired; transcripts

Qualifications

• AS/AA/AS or BA/BS with coursework in early childhood education.
• Transcripts must be submitted for review.

Responsibilities

• Lead a teaching team to provide developmentally appropriate activities.
• Model positive relationships and maintain a safe, nurturing environment.
• Mentor other teachers and collaborate with families.

Skills

Strong communication

Mentoring others

Education

AS in ECE

AA/AS or BA/BS with 18 credits in ECE

Job description

Certificate Number: C13HI0550 / Job Order: 2026-410 / 1 Position (On-Site)

MISSION:

Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) is a nationally recognized non-profit leader in childcare and early education. RCMA operates more than 53 centers and 3 charter schools, with a staff of 1,400 employees, in 18 Florida counties. We have grown over the years through our policy of hiring from the communities served, forging a strong bond between parents and RCMA caregivers, teachers, and staff.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Would you rather have a fulfilling career than just a “job”? At RCMA, we feel lucky to work in fulfilling roles every day. Like one big family, we work hand in hand with families who need allies on their journey toward big dreams. Through empathy and compassion, we help cultivate a sense of dignity and pride in these valuable members of society and provide them with resources for growth. If this sounds like a family you’d like to become a member of, we’d love to hear from you!

BENEFITS:

• In addition, RCMA offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.
• Includes a $40,000 Basic Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance covered 100% by RCMA.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and a retirement plan.
• Eligible employees receive holiday pay, personal time off, and tuition assistance.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Works as a leader of a teaching team to provide children with developmentally appropriate activities in a quality early childhood program that offers a safe and nurturing environment while promoting the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of young children. The Teacher 3 role models and mentors other teachers. The Preschool Teacher 3 Performance Standard explains in detail the essential duties and responsibilities of this position and must be used as an integral part of this Job Description.

The Early Childhood Specialist provides guidance and direction for educational services and jointly, with the Center Coordinator, evaluates the job performance of the Preschool Teacher 3.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following; however, other duties may be assigned:

Works as a leader of a teaching team to:

• Role model warm, secure, affectionate relationships with each child to create a positive climate. (Note: Lifting, touching, and holding a child, is necessary).
• Implement the High Scope curriculum to plan environments, activities, and daily routines for young children.
• Use the High Scope curriculum for interaction strategies with children.
• Observe, screen, and assess young children to provide support for on-going developmental progress and achievement of RCMA School Readiness goals.
• Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• Be an engaged partner with families.
• Manage the classroom.
• Mentor other teachers.
• Commit to professionalism and RCMA.
• Adherence to all RCMA funding and DCF requirements.

EDUCATION: Must have one of the following:

• AS degree in early childhood education or child development OR
• AA/AS or BA/BS degree and coursework equivalent* to a major relating to early childhood education (18 credits) with experience (480 hours) in teaching preschool-age children.

Transcripts must be submitted to ECS for review and to the HR Department for final approval.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Member of the community being served, and, when applicable, farm worker background.
• Possess a current certification in Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Pediatric First Aid.

RCMA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and a drug-free workplace.

All candidates selected for employment are required to successfully complete a Level 2 fingerprint-based background screening. Additional information is available on the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website at the link provided.