What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher position at Child Care of Southwest Florida, Inc.?
Company Description
Child Care of Southwest Florida, Inc. is a nonprofit early childhood education provider with five learning centers in Lee and Hendry counties. Accredited by the National Accreditation Commission for Early Learning Leaders and recognized as a Gold Seal Quality Care Program by the Florida Department of Children and Families, our centers offer safe and nurturing learning environments for over 350 children from 6 weeks to 8 years old. We follow the nationally recognized Creative Curriculum and participate in the USDA's Child Food Care Program to provide healthy meals and snacks. As a United Way Partner Agency, we are dedicated to supporting families and strengthening the community.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Teacher at Child Care of Southwest Florida, Inc. locations in Fort Myers & Lehigh Axres, FL. The Teacher will be responsible for lesson planning, education, communication, teaching, and training. Day-to-day tasks include creating engaging lesson plans, implementing curriculum, providing individualized instruction, assessing student progress, and maintaining open communication with parents and colleagues.
Qualifications
- Lesson Planning and Education skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in teaching and training
- Patient and nurturing approach to working with children
- Knowledge of child development principles and best practices
- Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Current certification in Early Childhood Education
- Bilingual proficiency is beneficial