VPK Co-Lead Teacher

Amazing Explorers Academy; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazing Explorers Academy in Melbourne, FL seeks a VPK Co-Lead Teacher to implement the curriculum and supervise children in the classroom, aligned with the Florida VPK Standards. You will oversee assistant teachers, conduct assessments, and hold parent meetings.

The role requires working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices, maintaining safety, and collaborating with families to support children's growth.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• CDA or higher in Early childhood education with 45 hours training.
• VPK credentials and Child Development credentials.
• Experience in an accredited early childhood facility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain classroom appearance, cleanliness, and safety.
• Attend staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings.
• Supervise and assist children during activities.
• Plan and implement lesson plans, programs, and schedules.
• Communicate with parents and maintain developmental profiles.
• Schedule and conduct parent/teacher conferences.
• Direct other staff in maintaining order.
• Follow the medication schedule.
• Perform assigned duties.

Skills

Pleasant demeanor

Outgoing personality

Professional and dependable

Strong parent communication

Education

CDA or higher in Early Childhood Education

45 hours training in Early Childhood Education

Child Development and VPK credentials

Job description

The VPK Co-Lead Teacher is responsible for implementing the curriculum and supervising and managing children in the classroom. Must be knowledgeable in developmentally appropriate practices and the State of Florida VPK Standards. Supervise assistant teachers and children in their room, ensuring activities and curriculum are adhered to as required by the Director. Conduct Assessments of children to indicate growth and areas of improvement, and hold formal meetings with parents. Teachers must gain an understanding of Amazing Explorers Academy policies, procedures, and expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain classroom appearance, cleanliness, and safety
• Complete necessary paperwork: daily notes, accident reports, attendance
• Attend staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings
• Supervise and assist children during activities
• Provide counseling for social, academic, or adjustment issues
• Plan and implement lesson plans, programs, and schedules
• Prepare instructional aids/materials
• Assist with meal times and cleanup
• Ensure equipment is in good condition and used properly
• Arrange the classroom for well-defined interest areas
• Direct other staff in maintaining order
• Communicate with parents and maintain developmental profiles
• Schedule and conduct parent/teacher conferences
• Manage classroom bulletin boards and family information board
• Follow the medication schedule
• Perform assigned duties

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Must possess a CDA or higher in Early childhood education with 45 hours training in Early
• Childhood Education/Child Development and VPK credentials
• Classroom teaching experience in an accredited early childhood facility
• Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality
• Highly professional and dependable