Kiddie Academy of Oakland has an exciting opportunity for an energetic, optimistic and inspiring educator to join us as a VPK Assistant 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.

Must Have:

• Passion and love to work with children
• Able to build professional relationship with co-workers and Staff
• DCF 45 hours or be able to take the training within 30 days of employment
• First Aid & CPR certification (Preferred)
• Eligible Background Screening

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring safety is a priority in the classroom and on the playground
• Model appropriate behavior in the classroom
• Assist lead teacher with lesson planning and instruction to the classCoordinate lesson plans from curriculum and show evidence 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 compliance

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 on-going training & career development workshops
• Attendance Bonus
• Support in professional development
• Personal Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• In-Service Hours On-Site

About Kiddie Academy

We’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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.23 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Winter Garden, FL 34787: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person