VPK Lead Teacher

Learning Care Group; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Flexible schedules

Health programs

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Florida is seeking a VPK Lead Teacher to develop fun educational experiences for preschool children. Responsibilities include classroom management, leading educational activities, and building relationships with families. Qualified candidates should possess a CDA or higher and experience in classroom leadership. This position offers a supportive community with flexible schedules and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a classroom and engaging children in learning.
• Ability to meet state education requirements for childcare.
• Willingness to work indoors and outdoors with children.

Responsibilities

• Develop fun, interactive learning experiences for preschool children.
• Promote social, physical, and intellectual growth of children in class.
• Lead classroom management and implement curriculum effectively.
• Build sincere relationships with families to support child achievement.

Skills

Classroom management

Creating educational lesson plans

Building relationships with families

Interpersonal communication

Education

CDA or Associates degree or higher in education

Florida Child Care Professional Certificate

Job description

Overview

Join a strong community where all we do is care for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

About the VPK Program

The VPK, Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program, prepares early learners for success in kindergarten and beyond. VPK helps build a strong foundation for school using educational material corresponding to various stages in a child's development. The VPK Lead Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing and instructing 4-year olds, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the program.

Responsibilities

• Create! Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Care! Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class.
• Call the shots! Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation, plus be an expert on all licensing guidelines, company standards and VPK program requirements.
• Communicate! Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center’s success.

Qualifications

• CDA, Associates degree or higher in education or Florida Child Care Professional Certificate
• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements.
• The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.