VPK Teacher

Company: Our Next Us Childcare, Inc.
Location: Orlando
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Are you passionate about childhood education and helping children learn, grow, and develop while working in a fun and rewarding environment? At Our Next Us Childcare, our mission is to serve families in our community by providing high quality education and affordable childcare in a loving, safe, and nurturing atmosphere. If you are motivated to make a positive impact on our future generation, apply today to become a part of our team!

This is a Full Time position that works Monday - Friday 8 hour shifts daily. The pay is $15 - 17 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. This position is onsite at our center located: 5029 Edgewater Dr, Orlando Fl 32810

The VPK Teacher coordinates engaging developmental activities, implements curriculum that prepares children for school, and enhances their pre-reading, pre-math, language, and social skills. The Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) Teacher serves as a model and mentor. In this role you'll have the opportunity to build a dynamic classroom environment, create fun-filled learning activities, and support the growth and success of children.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example and encourage success through modeling and coaching
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth
• Follow all facility policies and state regulations
• Maintain a personal and professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement
  What We Need from You:
  
  • High school diploma / GED, or degree in related field of study required
  • Minimum of 30 credits in ECE
  • DCF 45 hours Required
  • CDA Preferred
  • VPK Teacher credentials from DCF required
  • Must clear a full DCF background check
  • At least 1 year of professional early childhood training/experience
  • CPR, First Aid, and Fire Extinguisher Certification completion within 30 days of employment
    Why You'll Love Working for Us:
    
    • Professional development assistance
    • Positive and rewarding work environment
    • Required DCF training is provided with a BONUS structure
    • Merit increases
      COVID-19 considerations: Limits on classroom visits. Vaccination is not required, but masks are mandatory.
      
      Our Next Us Childcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in and seek diversity in our applicants.

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