Voluntary Pre Kindergarten Co-Teacher Discovery Point -Twelve Oaks Bradenton, FL Job Details Full-time $16.50 - $19.00 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications High school diploma or GED Working with students Cleaning Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description Discovery Point Twelve Oaks VPK Teacher Job Description:

Discovery Point Twelve Oaks Child Development Center is a child development center for children Infants through VPK. Hours of operation are 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday - Friday, open year-round, and closed only for major holidays. We are looking for a qualified VPK Co-Teacher to prepare young children for Kindergarten. Important social, emotional and academic skills are to be taught that they will utilize throughout their academic career. You will work with another VPK teacher. A VPK teacher must have great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best teaching practices and preschool educational methods as well as the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the children so they can more easily acclimate to the next level of education.

Responsibilities:

• Teach our engaging lesson plans for VPK students using approved curriculum along with the Florida Standards for Four-Year-Olds .
• Track children's progress using the State provided VPK assessment tool during AP1, AP2 and AP3 time frames.
• Guide children to develop their academic, artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum.
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, sensorial, media, etc.) to teach child.
• Build an engaging, fun, learning environment that promotes literacy and early education in a classroom setting.
• Execute daily classroom schedule to include teacher-directed learning, child-directed experiences, quality outdoor time, age-appropriate proper hygiene, laying out of lunches, snack distribution, rest opportunities, as well as other elements that may not be listed here.
• Create and encourage child interactions with peers and adults to foster children's social competencies, including self-esteem and confidence.
• Communicate with parents appropriately and effectively regarding students' growth and progress.
• Understand all school emergency procedures and protocol.
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom consistent with health and safety standards.
• Supervise children at all times.

Requirements:

• Professional experience working with young children
• Knowledgeable in child development
• Excellent communication and instructional skills
• Patient, friendly and reliable
• DCF 45 hours, Florida Standards for Four-Year-Olds and Early Literacy for VPK Instructors courses
• Active Staff Credential o

Includes:

CDA, FCCPC or an Associates or Bachelor's Degree in field

• Level II Background Screening will be conducted through Florida's Background Screening Clearinghouse If you have resided outside the state of Florida within the past five years, those state background checks will also be required.

The preceding is at the employee's expense and can be taken out of the first paycheck if requested. Preference will be given to applicants with special training in Early Childhood Education or the equivalent.

Compensation:

$16.50 - $19.0 per hour Teaching and working at Discovery Point is more than just a "daycare job." This is your opportunity to make an impact in the lives of the children in your community with a rewarding career path in child care. Our staff is the heart of each of our childcare centers. Their dedication and focus in caring for and educating the children in their care is such a vital part of what makes Discovery Point so special. We're expanding our team with positions available at several of our child care centers. Careers like these need qualified applicants who work well with children and have a passion for education — and for having fun!

OUR MISSION

To build a child care brand committed to providing each child with a nurturing, supportive environment for growth and learning. You can search our centers' posted jobs below. If you don't see a job listing near you, click HERE. www.discoverypoint.com/twelve-oaks If you're ready to make an impact in the lives of children in your community, come join the Discovery Point team! Please call (941) 200-4250 and ask for

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Full-time Pay:

$16.50 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Did you co,mplets the DCF 45 Hours and Exams? (Required) VPK Lead Teacher Requirements, CDA or Staff Credential (Required)

Work Location:

In person