Are you passionate about childhood education and helping children learn, grow, and develop while working in a fun and rewarding environment? At Great Minds Academy, 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 with a Monday – Friday schedule, 8am-5:30pm. The pay is $15-17 per hour depending upon experience and qualifications. This position is onsite at our center located: 1264 S Rio Grande Ave, Orlando FL 32805. 
 
The Infant/Toddler Teacher develops a cohesive teaching team, coordinates the curriculum, and manages the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom while implementing a curriculum that is appropriate for infants and 1-year-olds. The teacher in this role should be high energy and able to work well with staff, students, and parents. You’ll have the opportunity to be a serve as a model and mentor, leader in the classroom, champion a team environment, and provide fun-filled learning opportunities while making a positive impact on the lives of our children.

Why You’ll Love Working for Us: 

• Paid holidays
• 401K 
• Professional Development Assistance 

What You’ll Do: 

• Manage adherence to quality standards in accordance with both center’s vision and state and local / state requirements 
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement 
• Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children 
• Encourage children to develop a community-spirited classroom through sharing, caring and self-regulation 
• Develop a well-balanced schedule of activities including learning, playing, diapering, eating, and napping 

What We Need from You: 

• Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field of study
• 45 DCF hours required; CDA preferred 
• Minimum of 2 -3 years of professional early childhood education or experience specifically with infants 
• Must clear a full level II DCF background check 
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, and basic computer skills 
• Strong understanding of children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where students are engaged and encouraged to succeed
• Effective in communicating with both students and adults to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns 
• Demonstrate empathy and patience in difficult situations while being Cheerful, enthusiastic, and engaging in the workplace 

Great Minds Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in and seek diversity in our applicants.