Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
CC
Charlotte County Public Schools
Early Childhood Teacher
Career Insights for Preschool / Childcare Teacher
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Florida data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
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.
$32,522 / year median in Florida
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.
PCN 06255051TX
Calendar 195 /Hrs 8 Paygrade 5 - $21.80/Hr Charlotte County Public Schools boasts a competitive compensation package- for employees.
Qualifications:
(Inclusive of federal guidelines as they pertain to Head Start positions)- Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, or in a related field with required coursework, as stated in Head Start Performance Standards or 2 years Head Start classroom experience and willingness to obtain degree within 2 years - Governing body & Director approval required
- Two years' experience working with preschool children
- Ability to pass health screening, including tuberculosis test, per
Head Start Performance Standards Preferred Qualifications:
- Valid Florida driver's license and insurance
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate.
Performance Responsibilites:
1. Develops and implements appropriate instructional plans and individualized learning experiences for 3-5-year-olds as prescribed by program curricula. 2. Establishes and maintains learning environments that meet all applicable state and federal health and safety standards. 3. Gathers, evaluates and utilizes ongoing child development assessment data. 4. Engages families in program activities by maintaining ongoing and open communication, including participation in conferences and home visits. 5. Meets all state and federal record-keeping and recording requirements. 6. Implements prescribed, individualized support, behavior and/or learning plans. 7. Practices positive child behavior and management techniques in the classroom. 8. Participates in requisite professional development activities. 9. Supports and supervises classroom volunteers and interns. 10. Maintains relevant, ongoing and open communication with coworkers and supervisory staff. 11. Works closely with partnering community agencies to provide quality, seamless services. 12. Performs assigned duties related to student on campus. 13. Performs other duties related to the job goal as directed. Full job description can be found: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/job-descriptions Compensation information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/salary-schedule Benefits information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/health-benefitsAHCA Background Screening:
AHCA- Benefits eligibility will be determined and communicated to new hires during the onboarding process.