What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Age Teacher position at Kiddie Academy of Longwood-Lake Mary?
Position: School Age Teacher/Camp Counselor (9:30am-6:30pm)
Pay Rate: starting at $14/hr (commensurates with experience and education)
What We’re Looking For:
- CDA or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (or related field) preferred
- Completion of 45 Hours of DCF training (required)
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with young children preferred
- Enthusiastic, dependable, and passionate about early education
Your Role:
As an early childhood educator at Kiddie Academy, you’ll play a vital role in shaping young learners’ daily experiences and development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement engaging lesson plans aligned with our Life Essentials® curriculum.
- Foster a positive, safe, and nurturing classroom environment.
- Guide children through interactive, hands-on learning experiences.
- Observe, document, and assess developmental progress.
- Collaborate with parents to support each child’s growth.
- Uphold all health, safety, and licensing standards.
Interview Process
- Phone Interview
- Onsite Interview Classroom Observation
We’re a NAEYC-accredited leader in education-based child care, where our Life Essentials® curriculum sparks a love of learning and prepares children for school and life. Our nurturing environment supports both academic and personal growth—for children and educators alike.
If you're ready to make a difference in young lives and grow your early childhood education career in a supportive, professional environment—we want to hear from you!
Apply today and become part of the Kiddie Academy family!
Your Transferrable Skills Matter! We highly value the diverse professional backgrounds our educators bring! If you have experience in curriculum design, family counseling, team leadership, mentoring, or program coordination, your skills will translate perfectly into managing a vibrant classroom, communicating effectively with our families, and bringing our Life Essentials curriculum to life. We value the organization, optimism, and communication skills you bring from your previous professional experiences to create a seamless, enriching environment for our School Age students.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many 45 DCF Hours have you completed?
- Do you have a CDA or an ECE related degree?
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- 45 DCF Hours (Preferred)
Work Location: In person