Job Description
Preschool Assistant Teacher St. Petersburg Primary School Saint Petersburg, FL Job Details Full-time 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee discount 403(b) Qualifications School experience First Aid Certification Working with students Literacy education Organizational skills Preschool experience Full Job Description Job Description - Preschool Educator St. Petersburg Primary School (SPPS) is seeking an energetic, loving, compassionate and creative Preschool Educator dedicated to play-based, hands-on learning for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a full time 10 month paid position from 8:00-5:30pm working with 1s or 2s. Some Healthcare benefits are available at this time, but a 403b Retirement Plan benefit is offered. Summer Camp employment is optional, but preferred. This position is available to begin June 2026 About St.
Petersburg Primary School:
Join our supportive school community and actually have the opportunity to ENJOY teaching: Through a joyful classroom environment With an emphasis on interactive, engaging instruction Having the flexibility to meet the needs and interests of your students With a supportive administrative team who values you as a professional Class size is capped at 7 students for our One Year Old Classes, 12 students for our Two Year Old Classes, 15 students for our Three Year Old Classes, 15 students for our Pre-K Classes, and 18 students for kindergarten through fifth grade. School hours are 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM for One's, Two's Three's, OR 3:00pm, which includes rest time. Pre-K and Elem. are full day until 3:00 pm. Staff are expected to be on campus 30 minutes before and after their school day for preparation and planning. Extended care is available to all students until 5:30 PM. School philosophy:
St. Petersburg Primary School serves families who are seeking a faith-based primary school education for their children. Our low student-teacher ratios and our experienced faculty facilitate exploration, curiosity and problem solving. In our preschool program, children learn to work independently as well as cooperatively with their peers, while developing strong character traits such as empathy, perseverance and responsibility. Early literacy and mathematics foundations, as well as each child's social and emotional growth, are cultivated through a play-based, thematic curriculum. In our elementary program, students expand their skills as they explore engaging and complex units of study with an emphasis on the learning process, rather than simply memorizing content. Play-based learning is active and interactive, giving students opportunities to explore their acquired knowledge through hands-on, engaging projects. Our students become independent thinkers who know how to seek knowledge, question and interpret it, and develop conclusions that are evidence-based. Character development continues into our elementary program, expanding upon the social-emotional skills learned in preschool to include generosity, respect and appreciation for yourself and others, diligence, global citizenship, personal reflection, and a growth mindset. Preschool Educator Requirements:
School employment is August through May with the opportunity to work summer camp if interested and available Staff are expected to be at school 30 minutes before and after school hours for preparation and planning. Staff meetings Attendance at staff functions, professional development, school events, etc. Preschool Educator Qualifications:
AA or Bachelor's Degree preferred Staff Credential is preferred Level II background screening through DCF and VECHS Experience working with preschool and/or elementary aged children 40 hours required for childcare employees which can be completed while working, plus Early Literacy and Infant/Toddler Appropriate Practice, but completed is preferred Infant-Toddler First aid/CPR Preschool Educator Expectations :
Understands, supports and implements the school philosophy of play-based, hands-on learning Makes learning fun and interactive Follows daily schedule and lesson plans provided Nurture character development traits in all students through intentional instruction Knowledge and implementation of state licensing rules and regulations Organization skills must be apparent Extensive knowledge of child development and latest trends in education Able to assess the need in the moment and jump in to help Collaborates with co-teacher - i.e. assisting with accounting for children, attendance, behavior coaching, instruction, supervision, snack distribution, etc. Communicates clearly, yet with empathy to students, parents, and co-workers Maintains appropriate level of professionalism with students, parents and co-workers Works cooperatively and collaboratively with staff members and parents Able to assist with pottying and diapering depending on the age group Enthusiastically and warmly greets and engages children Comfortable working in a faith-based environment Must be able to lift children up to 50 pounds Able to work indoors and outdoors during all types of weather Able to assist in other classrooms as needed (if active Preschool Education Benefits:
Staff are rewarded additional pay for Staff Credential/Enhanced Degrees We do offer a discounted rate on tuition for staff children We are a family here and are extremely supportive of each other as professionals as well as personally. Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
Employee discount Paid time off Experience:
Preschool:
1 year (Required) Ability to Relocate:
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location:
In person
