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VPK Assistant Teacher
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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$31,053 / year median in Florida
+14% projected growth
Job Description
The Voluntary Pre-kindergarten Education Program, VPK, prepares early learners for success in kindergarten and beyond. VPK helps build a strong foundation for school using educational material corresponding to various stages in a child's development. The VPK Assistant Teacher is responsible for instructing 4-year old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the program under the guidance of the Lead Teacher. As an Assistant Teacher, you are: Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, company standards and grant program requirements to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom. Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families. Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool and development topics. Creative! Implement curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children. We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who have: Associates in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related or an active CDA in Preschool. Experience in a licensed childcare center or related field. The ability to meet state requirements for education and our center requirements. Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children. Learning Care Group, Inc. is North America's second-largest for-profit childcare provider and a leader in early childhood education. We offer specialized programs for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, delivered through our unique family of brands. Our commitment to excellence drives us to create cutting-edge facilities, equipped with advanced technology and expertly crafted curriculum designed by our in-house Education team. Our Promise We strive to make a meaningful impact on every child, their families, and the communities we serve. From infants to school-age students, our comprehensive, research-based curriculum supports holistic child development in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. As experts in childcare and early education, we prepare children for school, instill a lifelong love of learning, and build a strong foundation for their future success