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ELSSA is Hiring a VPK Teacher Near Kissimmee, FL
Are you passionate about childhood education and helping children learn, grow, and develop while working in a fun and rewarding environment? At Alma Mater Lyceum Learning Connections 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. 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 - 5pm. The pay is $14-15 per hour depending upon experience and qualifications. This position is onsite at our center located: 2500 N Beaumont Ave, Kissimmee FL, 34741. 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. Why You’ll Love Working for Us: • 10 days of PTO – 5 vacation days, 5 sick/personal days • 7 paid holidays • AFLAC Insurance – Short term disability, dental, medical, hospital confinement, vision, accident, cancer protection (volunteer purchase) What You’ll Do: • Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards • 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 • Work with staff, children, and parents to foster a team environment • Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth • 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: • DCF 45 hours required • VPK Endorsement required • CPR and First Aid Certification required • Teachstone CLASS Certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire • Minimum of 2 -3 years of professional early childhood education preferred • Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field of study preferred • 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
COVID-19 considerations: Must be comfortable wearing a maskAlma Mater Lyceum Learning Connections Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in and seek diversity in our applicants.