Are you passionate about childhood education and helping children learn, grow, and develop while working in a fun and rewarding environment? At Little Angels Childcare and Learning Center, our mission is to serve families in our community by providing high quality education and affordable childcare in a loving, safe, and nurturing atmosphere. Our program is tailored to meet the unique developmental requirements of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Little Angels has made an impact in the development of the Pine Hills community for over 19 years and stands as one of the leading childcare programs recognized by the Nemours Hospital National Office of Policy and Profession.
Little Angels is accredited through NECPA (National Early Childhood Program Accreditation) which defines a higher standard for quality education and commitment to the development of long-term teachers. If you are motivated to make a positive impact on our future generation and growing community, apply today to become a part of our world-class innovation team of professionals! 
 
This is a year-round full-time teaching position with flexibility to have summer time-off. The work shift is 8-hours, Monday to Friday with a pay rate of $18-20 depending on experience. Employees are offered comprehensive benefits which includes health savings account, paid time off, 401K investment percentage match, annual performance/retention bonus, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities. This position is onsite at our center located: 5700 Silver Star Rd, Orlando FL 32808. 
Why You Will Love Working With Us:

• Team members that serve as industry peers
• Health savings account 
• Paid time off (December 24th thru January 1st – 5 Paid Vacation Days) 
• Paid Holidays (program annual closures date up to 12 days based on 6 months of employment) 
• Professional development assistance 
• Tuition reimbursement for degree in Early Childhood Education through T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship 

 
The Elementary Teacher for the K-1 classroom plans and implements curriculum, serves as a model and mentor, and coordinates engaging developmental activities for children. You’ll have the opportunity to build a dynamic classroom environment, create fun-filled learning activities, develop positive self-esteem and confidence, and support the growth and success of children. 
 
What You’ll Do: 

• Responsible for the supervision of children and management of a well-ordered classroom environment that ensure safety, cleanliness, and wellbeing. 
• Provide an appropriate educational atmosphere that creates a positive learning experience, encourages student participation, and promotes the development of positive self-esteem and confidence.
• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by preparing weekly lesson plans that comply with defined academic goals and learning standards. 
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth. 
• Maintain portfolios on each child to include evaluations, antidotal notes, and progress reports in all academic work and relationship. 
• Supervise meals complying with rules and regulations defined by program, USDA, and the children’s needs. 
• Update bulletin boards with appropriate monthly theme, lesson plan overview, parent / student highlights, classroom newsletter, pertinent information.
• Label, organize, and keep tract of children’s personal belonging. 
• Clean classroom, bathroom, and sanitize equipment daily. 
• Lead by example and encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching. 
• Participate in staff meetings, parent conference, and school functions. 
• Follow all policies and regulations defined by state and local agencies.
• Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement 

What We Need from You: 

• Minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA), Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education 
• 1 year teaching experience (preferred)
• Must clear a full Level 2 background check
• First-Aid / CPR Certification required within 90 days of employment

Little Angels Childcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in and seek diversity in our applicants