Preschool Teacher, Any Level

Redlands Christian Migrant Association; LaBelle (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Retirement plan

Holiday pay

Personal time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Redlands Christian Migrant Association is seeking Preschool Teacher Level 1/2 on-site in Florida. You will collaborate with experienced staff to provide developmentally appropriate activities and a nurturing environment for young children.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and relevant certifications (FCCPC/ECPC/CCAC) with training transcripts. RCMA offers a comprehensive benefits package including life, health, disability insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• FCCPC, ECPC, or CCAC credentials preferred.
• Transcript showing completion of DCF Training.
• Minimum 9 college credits in early childhood education with 3 months field experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with a teaching team to create a warm, secure climate for children.
• Plan environments, activities, schedules, and routines using the HighScope curriculum.
• Observe and assess children to support developmental progress and School Readiness goals.
• Maintain a safe, healthy classroom and engage with families regularly.
• Ensure adherence to RCMA funding and DCF requirements.

Skills

Warm, secure relationships

Patience with children

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

FCCPC / ECPC / CCAC

Transcript of DCF Training

9 college credits in ECE

Job description

Certificate Number: C20HE6339 / Job Order: 2026-516 /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. This 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 with an experienced Teacher to provide children with developmentally appropriate activities in a quality early childhood program that offers a safe and nurturing environment while supporting the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of young children and families. The Preschool Teacher 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 Trainee, 1, 2.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

the duties recorded below are representative and are not intended to cover all the duties performed.

Works as part of a teaching team to:

• Learn to show a warm, secure, affectionate, social-emotional climate for young children. (Note: Lifting, touching, and holding a child is necessary).
• Learn to use the HighScope curriculum to plan environments, activities, schedules, and daily routines for young children.
• Learn to use the HighScope curriculum for interaction strategies with children.
• Learn to observe, screen, and assess young children to provide support for ongoing developmental progress and achievement of RCMA School Readiness goals.
• Learn to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• Learn to be an engaged partner with families.
• Learn to manage the classroom.
• Learn to commit to professionalism and RCMA.
• Adherence to all RCMA funding and DCF requirements

Preschool Teacher Level 1 and 2

• Show warm, secure, affectionate relationships with each child to create a positive climate.
  (Note: Lifting, touching, and holding a child is necessary).
• Use the HighScope curriculum to plan environments, activities, schedules, and daily routines for young children.
• Use the HighScope curriculum for interaction strategies with children.
• Observe, screen, and assess young children to provide support for ongoing 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.
• Commit to professionalism and RCMA.
• Adherence to all RCMA funding and DCF requirements

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma obtained by an institution accredited and recognized by DOE, OR a High School Diploma obtained by a private school that is registered with DOE, OR a GED (NOTE: If a high school diploma is earned outside the U.S., it must be translated by someone who is: a member of the American Translators Association OR an approved credential evaluation agency approved by the Bureau of Educators Certification OR an accredited college/university.)
• High School Diploma obtained by an institution accredited and recognized by DOE, OR a High School Diploma obtained by a private school that is registered with DOE, OR a GED (NOTE: If a high school diploma is earned outside the U.S., it must be translated by someone who is: a member of the American Translators Association OR an approved credential evaluation agency approved by the Bureau of Educators Certification OR an accredited college/university.) AND
• Transcript documentation of passing All Competency Exams for the DCF Child Care Training.
• Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) Birth-5 years OR
• Early Childhood Professional Certificate (ECPC) OR
• Child Care Apprenticeship Certificate (CCAC) OR
• 9 college credits in early childhood education and 3 months experience in the field (480 hours) in teaching preschool-age children. Note: Further training appropriate to the age of children being served, may be required.

NOTE:

• Applicant can be placed into this position with an Infant Toddler National CDA and must obtain a Preschool National CDA within 260 days of accepting this position.
• 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 Standard 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.