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Lead Preschool Teacher - Florida
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Confidencial
Doral, FL (In Person)
$39,520 Salary, Full-Time
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About Us We are a nurturing and innovative early childhood education center committed to providing a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children. Our mission is to inspire a love of learning while supporting each child's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Position Summary The Lead Preschool Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and supervising a high-quality educational program for preschool-aged children. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education, demonstrates strong classroom leadership, and fosters positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Key Responsibilities
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with Florida Early Learning Standards.
- Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Foster children's social, emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development.
- Observe, assess, and document children's progress and communicate effectively with families.
- Maintain accurate student records and classroom documentation.
- Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and classroom support staff.
- Ensure compliance with all state licensing regulations, health and safety requirements, and center policies.
- Build positive partnerships with parents through regular communication, conferences, and family engagement activities.
- Manage classroom routines and promote positive behavior guidance strategies.
- Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events.
Qualifications Required:
- Associate's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field; or equivalent qualifications as permitted by Florida regulations.
- Florida DCF 45-Hour Child Care Training completed (or ability to complete within required timeframe).
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working with preschool-aged children.
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Preferred:
- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
- Florida Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential.
- Experience in accredited early childhood programs.
- Bilingual English/Spanish. Skills & Competencies
- Classroom leadership
- Curriculum planning
- Child assessment and documentation
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving and adaptability
- Strong commitment to child safety and well-being Benefits
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Career growth opportunities We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity.