What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Learning Classroom Teacher One Year Old Classroom position at YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA?
Baby Fox Academy is looking for an AWESOME FULL TIME Teacher for our one-year-old classroom, to join our team at our Lakewood Ranch facility! At this location, we serve infants through VPK.
Our perfect applicant will want to jump right in and play with our little foxes because at Baby Fox Academy…..Having FUN is a MUST!
Requirements:
Baby Fox Academy specializes in play-based learning, so our kiddos spend the day playing, having fun and just being a kid. We are looking for career-oriented staff that will enjoy teaching through play and developmentally appropriate activities.
Some of what we offer:
- Highly Competitive Salary (Starting at $18-$22 based on experience & credentials)
- Annual Pay Increases
- Paid Training
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Time
- Employee Discount for Childcare
- Professional Development Assistance
- Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Excellent communication and support structure for all staff
- Employee Team Building Nights – All Expenses PAID
- Dental & Vision Insurance
Baby Fox Academy participates in the TEACH Scholarship Program, which affords all of our staff the ability to further their education at little to no cost to them. We want to help our staff build their careers, not just report to a job. We prioritize communication and staff support structure to ensure a pleasant work environment.
Baby Fox Academy believes in consistent reinvestment of the business and our team. We have a HUGE resource room with all the supplies you'll ever need in any classroom. (No spending your own money on materials and supplies for classrooms!)
Baby Fox Academy strives to be the BEST PLACE TO WORK.
Some things we look for in applicants:
- High School Diploma/GED (REQUIRED)
- Able to pass background check (REQUIRED)
- Experience working in a childcare environment, with INFANTS (REQUIRED)
- CDA/FCCPC and/or degree in ECE or related field AND Staff Credential (Preferred)
- 45 hours of Early Childhood Training (REQUIRED)
- CPR Certification (preferred)
- SUPER ENERGETIC, Friendly, Responsible, Organized, NOT AFRAID TO GET MESSY and HAVE FUN!(REQUIRED)
- Must be able to fully implement classroom lesson plans. Lesson plans are completed by classroom teachers (lesson plan training provided).
- Maintain a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promotes learning and development.
- Utilize effective classroom management techniques to ensure a positive and engaging learning experience.
- Provide individualized attention and support to students to meet their academic and social needs.
- Communicate effectively with staff and the administrative team to share student progress and address any concerns.
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to enhance the overall educational program.
- Stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education and incorporate them into daily teaching strategies.
- Foster a love for learning through creative and interactive teaching methods.
- Participate in professional development opportunities, both on their own and as a team, to enhance teaching skills and knowledge in the field of early childhood education, including a state annual conference out of town.
Salary : $18 - $22
