Preschool Teacher

Orlando Science Center.•Orlando, FL

24d•$0 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Preschool Teacher is responsible for the general supervision and management of a class of preschool (3-5 yr) children, planning and executing the Early Childhood education program in accordance with the goals, objectives and standards set forth by the Orlando Science Center Preschool in alliance with Early Childhood developmentally appropriate practices, FL Department of Children and Families licensing requirements, Teaching Strategies “Creative Curriculum”, NAEYC standards and guidelines. The Preschool Teacher is also responsible for instructing children (3-5 yr) in activities designed to promote social/emotional, physical, and intellectual growth needed to be successful individuals related to their peer group, environment, and community.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old and meet the requirements of the licensing agencies.
A degree (Associate or above) in Child Development, Early Childhood, PreKindergarten – Primary, or Elementary education, Exceptional Student Education, Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC), Early Childhood Professional Certificate (ECPC), Florida Department of Education Child Care Apprenticeship Certificate (CCAC), certified National CDA is required.
Experience working with children 0 – 8 years old.

Nice To Haves

45 hours DCF mandated childcare courses (provide a current DCF transcript).
Clear Level 2 Background screening. May not be on site until this is established.
Four-year-old standards.
Emergent Literacy for VPK.
Communication skills-presentation, public speaking and written.
Reliable, organized, self-starter. Ability to work with little supervision.
Active listening, instructing, speaking, reading comprehension, learning strategies, writing, monitoring, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Embraces STEM education and informal teaching methodologies and strategies as essential functions of the Science Center Preschool and curriculum approach.
Establishes clear objectives for lessons, units, themes, activities, and projects and communicate (written and verbal) to children Demonstrate commitment to OSC’s vision, mission, guiding principles and values.
Organizes and directs activities/materials to promote physical, mental, social development such as games, art, music/movement, storytelling.
Arranges indoor and outdoor environment to facilitate creative play, motor development and safety.
Maintains the safety and health standards of the classroom and outdoor environment through cleaning, visual and personal inspection.
Provides a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning and imaginative play.
Prepares materials and classroom for activities. Organizes and labels materials and a child’s work that is age appropriate and perceptual skills.
Uses literacy, science, technology, engineering, math, and motor development for individual, small and large group activities to provide children opportunities to observe, question and investigate.
Establishes and maintains rules of behavior and procedures in regard to class control. Greets all arriving and departing children and parents/guardian. Open communication (verbal and written) with children, families, Director, and Preschool staff.
Observes and evaluates a child’s performance, behavior, social development, and physical health to be discussed with Director, parents/guardian, and other childhood resources to help in providing the best methods of learning for the child. Daily, weekly, and monthly Preschool will be conducted in accordance with guidelines and standards.
Follows and adheres to all administrative policies and rules governing the Preschool and its employees as OSC employees, DCF license and accreditation requirements.
Works collaboratively with Preschool staff, Director and OSC Education staff to provide appropriate programs, activities, and projects.
Attends professional meetings, educational conferences, workshops, and training in order to maintain and improve professional competence. The required number of in-service hours and/or CEUs will be provided according to licensing and accreditation requirements.
Maintains a professional attitude at all times.
Demonstrates commitment to OSC’s vision, mission, guiding principles and values.
Performs other related duties as assigned.