What are the responsibilities and job description for the VPK Lead Teacher position at World Class Academy?
World Class Academy is a leader in Early Childhood Christian Education in South Florida, teaching infants-VPK. Enable young children to get a great start in life! We are searching for a new member to our leadership team. We give you the opportunity to guide development in young children and be an integral part of our WCA family.
Be a part of an accepting and collaborative work environment! All major holidays are off with pay. World Class Academy is a beautiful place to advance your exciting career making a difference in young children’s lives.World Class Academy is searching for an energetic and enthusiastic VPK teacher. Our unique program pairs strong academics and social growth with a character development curriculum based on core Christian values. We are looking for a caring and creative individual to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and provide activities based on our curriculum that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the developmental levels of the children.
- Execute daily classroom schedule to include teacher-directed learning, child-centered experiences, quality outdoor time, age-appropriate proper hygiene, lunch times, nap time and other daily activities.
- Communicate effectively with parents electronically and in person regarding the children’s academic, social and developmental progress.
- Create and encourage child interactions with peers and adults to foster children’s social competencies, including self-esteem and confidence.
- Conduct VPK assessments.
- Assist the Director in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
- Maintain a clean, safe and organized classroom.
- Maintain attendance records.
- Supervise children at all times.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience teaching VPK
- Associate degree
- Loving, patient, friendly and reliable
- DCF 45 hours
- Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) or CDA
- First Aid and CPR Certification
- VPK Certified
Required experience: 2 years.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18