VPK & After-School Teacher — Kindergarten Readiness Champion

Grace Place for Children and Families, Inc.; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace Place for Children and Families, Inc. is seeking a VPK Teacher, responsible for planning, instruction, assessment and classroom management in a developmentally appropriate VPK classroom in Naples, FL.

The role emphasizes alignment to Florida VPK standards, kindergarten readiness, and use of FAST Star Early Literacy, Teaching Strategies Gold, and CLASS assessments. The position requires a VPK credential, 2–3 years of Florida VPK experience, and a commitment to partnering with families to

Qualifications

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate instruction aligned to Florida standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of VPK benchmarks and readiness assessments.
• Ability to collaborate with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging instruction aligned to Florida Early Learning Standards and VPK benchmarks.
• Utilize Grace Place curriculum and resources to develop weekly lesson plans.
• Deliver instruction for literacy, language, math, and social-emotional development.
• Differentiate instruction based on student needs and data.
• Maintain a safe, organized classroom compliant with regulations.
• Collaborate with co-teachers and program staff.
• Complete assessments and progress monitoring in a timely manner.
• Engage families through conferences and communications.

Skills

VPK Instruction

Early childhood education

Data-driven instruction

Family engagement

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

CDA / FCCPC or Associate degree required

Florida VPK instructional credential requirements

Tools

FAST Star Early Literacy

Teaching Strategies Gold

CLASS observations

Job description

Grace Place for Children and Families, Inc. is seeking a VPK Teacher, responsible for planning, instruction, assessment and classroom management in a developmentally appropriate VPK classroom in Naples, FL.

The role emphasizes alignment to Florida VPK standards, kindergarten readiness, and use of FAST Star Early Literacy, Teaching Strategies Gold, and CLASS assessments. The position requires a VPK credential, 2–3 years of Florida VPK experience, and a commitment to partnering with families to