A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Child Care Teacher St. James Early Learning Center Age groups:
Preschool Schedule:
6:00am - 6:00pm, Monday through Friday Pay range: $14 -$17 per hour
Responsibilities:
Create hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed across a center or in nearby locations
Qualifications:
Candidates must pass required state and company background checks and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements: 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required Related college-level early education course work or CDA is required 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required Florida Care Provider Clearinghouse Background Screening https://crw.flclearinghouse.com/ DCF 45 hours required (depending on in-state experience per DCF guidelines) Join us and become part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways. Were changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you.
Physical Requirements:
This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, St. James Early Learning Center, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training. If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool childcare center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per St. James Early Learning Center policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in St. James Early Learning Center care and the employee. Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 pounds Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements St. James Early Learning Center complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations. The hourly rate for this position is between $14 and $17 per hour. The pay range listed here is what St. James Early Learning Center in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors. Employer is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
