Find & Apply For Preschool / Childcare Teacher Jobs in Nokomis, Florida

Job Overview About Us:

At Bay Point Church Preschool, we are more than a school—we are a community where faith and learning grow hand in hand. Our teachers shepherd little hearts, guiding children in both knowledge and the love of Jesus. We are seeking a passionate, joyful, and Christ-centered Preschool Teacher to join our team.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic Toddler Teacher to lead our one-year old students... a teacher who nurtures each child's growth in a loving, safe, and engaging Christian environment. This role combines professional teaching skills with ministry, creating a classroom where children thrive and experience God's love daily.

Essential Duties:

• Develop positive, loving relationships with students and parents.
• Create indoor and outdoor learning environments that inspire exploration, discovery, and reflection of God's creation.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Establish a daily routine incorporating creative expression, health, and joyful faith development.
• Support social and emotional development through positive guidance, modeling Christian values of kindness, patience, and respect.
• Assess children's learning needs through observation and screening and develop individualized plans to support growth.
• Communicate effectively with parents through conferences, ProCare notes, and other channels to support each child's well-being and growth.
• Uphold all safety, health, and licensing standards, ensuring compliance with state regulations and church policies.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and models integrity, patience, kindness, and compassion.
• The Florida Childcare 45-hour Training Requirement
• Knowledgeable in child development, classroom management, and early literacy/numeracy.
• Experience creating engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans
• Strong relational skills: builds trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Joyful, creative, dependable, patient, and organized.

Employment Requirements:

• Models Christ-like behavior.
• Successful completion of criminal records and fingerprint background check.
• Understanding and agreement to Bay Point Church Preschool policies.

Application Instructions:

• To apply, please submit a resume and 3-5 professional references with contact information.

Why Join Us:

• Work in a supportive, faith-centered community where children thrive.
• Collaborate with a team dedicated to both education and ministry.
• Make a lasting impact on children's lives, combining teaching and spiritual growth.

The pay rage for this position is $17-$20 per hour, commensurate with experience and credentials.

Pay:

$17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person