At Wellington Academy, we believe every child deserves a nurturing, engaging, and safe environment to learn and grow. Our early learning program focuses on fostering curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every child through play-based and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with developmental standards.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom culture that supports social-emotional growth.
• Build strong relationships with families through regular communication and progress updates.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to ensure consistent quality and compliance with licensing standards.
• Maintain accurate attendance, incident, and developmental records.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• CDA or higher in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in an early learning or preschool setting.
• Knowledge of DCF, APPLE, and School Readiness standards a plus.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

Child Development Associate Certification (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Fort Myers, FL 33907 (Required)

Work Location:

In person