VPK Lead Teacher Preschool

The Learning Experience•Orlando, FL

22d•Onsite

About The Position

VPK (Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten) Teachers at The Learning Experience- O-Town West are ambassadors of happiness, creating opportunities every day that reflect our mission to make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and communities. Our passionate teachers use a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning. At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff. At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.

Requirements

At least one year of professional teaching experience required.
DCF 45 (Required)
High school diploma/GED required
Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)
CPR and First Aid certification required
Must meet state specific guidelines for the role
Must have Florida VPK Emergent Literacy Certifications (Required)

Nice To Haves

2 plus years of professional preschool teaching experience preferred.
CDA, Florida Staff Credential, Associate degree, or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
At least 1–2 years of successful VPK, Pre-K, or preschool classroom experience
Previous experience with VPK assessments and kindergarten-readiness instruction
Experience conducting parent-teacher conferences and documenting student progress

Responsibilities

Lead/Teach approximately 20 children 4-5 years of age with a co-teacher.
Serve as a role model, using a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning.
Implement our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, in our Voluntary Prekindergarten Program (VPK).
Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
Communicate regularly with parents, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions.
Conduct Parent/Teacher conferences.
Support your center’s success, partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment and engagement.
Build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and learning happen seamlessly.