VPK Lead Teacher

Learning Care Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider seeks an energetic Lead VPK Teacher in Tampa, Florida. This role involves planning and instructing educational activities for 4-year-olds, focusing on their social and intellectual growth. Candidates should have relevant degrees and a passion for early childhood education.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old with suitable educational qualifications.
• Experience leading a classroom and creating lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging learning experiences and mentor teachers.
• Promote the growth of preschool children.
• Lead classroom management and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Classroom Management

Mentoring

Curriculum Implementation

Communication

Education

CDA, Associate's degree or higher in education

Florida Child Care Professional Certificate

Job description

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 the needs of each child and the requirements of the program.

As a Lead VPK Teacher, you’ll:

1. Create! Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow teachers.
2. Care! Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class.
3. 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.
4. Communicate! Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center’s success.

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have:

• CDA, Associate's 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