VPK Teacher 208 Palm Avenue, Nokomis, FL 34275 $18
- $21 an hour
- Part-time, Full-time $18
- $21 an hour
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Part-time, Full-time Job Title:
VPK Teacher About Us:
At Bay Point Church Preschool, we are more than a school—we are a community where faith and learning grow hand in hand. Our teachers shepherd little hearts, guiding children in both knowledge and the love of Jesus. We are seeking a passionate, joyful, and Christ-centered VPK Teacher to join our team.
Position Summary:
The VPK Teacher shapes 4-year-olds for kindergarten by delivering play-based curriculum and hands-on activities. They assess student progress, guide emotional and social growth, maintain state licensing standards, and communicate regularly with parents. This role combines professional teaching skills with ministry, creating a classroom where children thrive and experience God's love daily.
Essential Duties:
Lesson Planning:
Developing and executing developmentally appropriate daily activities focused on early literacy, math, numbers, colors, and shapes.
Parent Communication:
Conducting regular conferences and providing daily updates on progress and behavior. Develop positive, nurturing relationships with students and parents that model Christian values of kindness, patience, and respect.
Student Assessment:
Administering age-appropriate assessments to measure growth, identify learning needs, and track developmental milestones.
Classroom Management:
Creating safe, clean, and organized environments that inspire exploration, discovery and reflection of God's creation. This also includes supervising teacher aides and volunteers. Uphold all safety, health, and licensing standards, ensuring compliance with state regulations and church policies.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in early childhood education or a CDA (Child Development Associate) credential The Childcare Facility 45-hour Training Requirement Experienced in child development, classroom management, and early literacy/numeracy. Experience creating engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans Strong relational skills: builds trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Joyful, creative, dependable, patient, and organized. Demonstrates a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and models integrity, patience, kindness, and compassion.
Employment Requirements:
Models Christ-like behavior. Successful completion of criminal records and fingerprint background check. Understanding and agreement to Bay Point Church Preschool policies.
Application Instructions:
To apply, please submit a resume and 3-5 professional references with contact information.
Why Join Us:
Work in a supportive, faith-centered community where children thrive. Collaborate with a team dedicated to both education and ministry. Make a lasting impact on children's lives, combining teaching and spiritual growth.
Pay:
$18.00
00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance
Work Location:
In person