VPK Preschool Teacher

Sunshine State Academy; Hollywood (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a VPK Preschool Teacher to prepare young children for kindergarten. The role involves developing creative educational programs, observing child development, and ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for teaching and a solid understanding of preschool educational methods.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a VPK Teacher.
• Excellent understanding of child development principles.
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Develop a creative program suitable for preschool children.
• Employ various educational techniques to teach children.
• Track children’s progress and report to parents.

Skills

Child development principles

Preschool educational methods

Safety and sanitation guidelines

Communication skills

Instructional skills

Mediation skills

Reliability

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We are looking for a qualified VPK Teacher to prepare small children for kindergarten by easing them into organized education. You will teach them important elements that they will encounter soon after they enter school life. A preschool teacher must have great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and preschool educational methods as well as the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate to the next level of education.

Responsibilities

• Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach children
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, or colors, do crafts, etc.)
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
• Track children’s progress and report to parents
• Communicate with parents regularly
• Collaborate with other educators
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

Skills

• Proven experience as a VPK Teacher
• Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
• Excellent communication and instructional skills
• Ability to act as a mediator between children
• Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Primary and Secondary Education