VPK Teacher and Kindergarten Teacher

Position Summary

Kids of Promise Preschool is a Christian Preschool, with a positive and loving environment. Our organization prides itself on excellence, putting the education and development of our children first and foremost. Kids of Promise Preschool provides an environment for students to grow and excel academically, socially and spiritually.
We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families.

Kids of Promise Preschool's VPK or Kindergarten position is a full-time hourly position The VPK or Kindergarten Teacher should be highly-organized, compassionate, and self-starting individual dedicated to inspiring wonder and joy in preschool-aged children by implementing content-rich curriculum and character development.

Minimum Qualifications

• 45 hours or completion of the 45 hours within 90 days of employment
• Child Development Associate (CDA) or degree in early education
• Maintains a current certificate for the four-hour first-aid and four-hour adult/child/infant CPR course
• A letter of reference from the pastor of your church.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years experience working in a preschool setting is preferable.

Required Skills

• Passion for and commitment to education
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Good organizational, self-management, and problem-solving skills
• Ambition and desire to grow as an educator
• Commitment to responsive, honest feedback
• Alignment with the school’s mission as a quality Christian preschool that excels in academics and builds a solid faith foundation in the lives of children.
• Ability to foster a positive, collaborative educational environment
• Establish and maintain productive, collaborative relationships with students, staff, parents, and community members

Duties and Responsibilities

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position.

• Model and support students in developing virtuous character by establishing and maintaining a highly-ordered classroom culture where students and staff demonstrate respect, responsibility, caring, trustworthiness, fairness, and citizenship.
• Create a safe and positive learning environment
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that integrate defined goals and objectives
• Administer and analyze benchmark and in-program assessments; adjust instruction accordingly
• Manage the class by setting clear expectations of behavior, establishing reasonable routines, and promoting self-discipline
• Assist in planning and implementing field trips, curriculum days, and school events
• Communicate effectively and expediently with parents regarding student performance and progress
• Adhere to Early Learning Coalition (ELC) and Florida’s Department of Children and Families (DCF) regulations and requirements
• Perform other duties as needed.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Required)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $16