VPK Lead Teacher

Company: Kiddie Academy
Location: Apopka
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Kiddie Academy of Apopka has an exciting opportunity for an energetic, optimistic and inspiring educator to join us as a VPK Teacher. You'll bring a creative touch and caring attitude to our passionate team of childcare professionals who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in our community every day. If you're motivated by smiles and hugs from children and praise from parents, this could be the job for you.Benefits:At Kiddie Academy we value a great work life balance and benefits that go beyond the classroom. We are closed most major holidays to allow our staff family time and offer many opportunities for career growth

• Child Care Tuition Discount
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid on-going training & career development workshops
• Paid Sick Day
• Personal Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• In-Service Hours On-SiteMust Have:
  • Passion and love to work with children
  • Able to build professional relationship with co-workers and Staff
  • DCF 45 hours
  • CDA
  • VPK endorsement and updated in-service required courses
  • First Aid & CPR certification (Preferred)
  • Eligible Background ScreeningResponsibilities:
    • Ensuring safety is a priority in the classroom and on the playground
    • Model appropriate behavior in the classroom
    • Coordinate lesson plans from curriculum and show evidences of learning throughout the day
    • Track student activities, meals, pottying, and notes on our daily reporting software through classroom IPad.
    • Serve meals according to the nutritionally recommended serving size and create a pleasant dining atmosphere
    • Communicate and form relationships with families to gain understanding of student needs
    • Encourage positive behavior with understanding, flexibility, and conscious discipline
    • Maintain a clean and replenished classroom
    • Keep classroom in DCF and accreditation complianceAbout Kiddie AcademyWe've been shaping, fueling and nurturing children's natural curiosity since we opened our first Academy over 40 years ago. We're driven-through our passion for early childhood education, community commitment and Life Essentials - philosophy-to prepare children for school and for life. We're here to educate and encourage your child to do more and be more-not just while they're with us, but outside the classroom.Pay: $16 - $17 / hourBenefits:
      • Flexible schedule
      • Paid time off
      • 401(k)
      • 401(k) matching
      • Employee discount
      • Paid training
      • Health insurance
      • Dental insurance
      • Vision insurance
      • Life insurance
      • Disability insuranceJob types: Full-timeSchedule:
        • 8 hour shift
        • Monday to FridayEducation: High school degreeWork location: On-site

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