Lead VPK Teacher The Learning Experience - Sanford, FL - 3.5 Sanford, FL Job Details Full-time $16 - $18 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee discount Qualifications School experience Behavior management Teaching experience with young children Classroom Teaching Student engagement classroom management

Full Job Description Benefits:

Free uniforms Paid time off Employee discounts Tuition assistance About the

Role:

The Learning Experience #244 in Sanford, FL is looking for a passionate and dedicated Lead VPK Teacher to inspire and nurture our youngest learners! This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact in a supportive, child-centered environment where creativity and education come together. If you love shaping young minds and building a foundation for lifelong learning, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate VPK curriculum aligned with Florida's Voluntary Prekindergarten standards Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment for preschool-aged children Assess and track student progress, maintaining accurate developmental records and portfolios Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding child development and classroom activities Collaborate with assistant teachers and staff to ensure a consistent, high-quality learning experience Maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and compliance with state licensing requirements Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities

Requirements:

Florida VPK Teacher Certification or eligibility (AS or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field) Minimum 1-2 years of experience teaching in a VPK or early childhood classroom setting Strong knowledge of Florida's VPK performance standards and early childhood best practices Current DCF 45-hour Child Care Training or equivalent certification required CDA required CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) Excellent communication, organization, and classroom management skills Warm, patient, and enthusiastic demeanor with a genuine passion for early childhood education

About Us:

The Learning Experience is a nationally recognized early childhood education provider with a mission to make a difference in the lives of children and families every single day. At location #244 in Sanford, FL, our team is proud to deliver a proprietary curriculum that sparks curiosity and builds confidence in children from infancy through kindergarten. We are committed to investing in our educators with competitive benefits, ongoing training, and a fun, collaborative workplace culture. This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.