Pre-K Teacher

Are you passionate about childhood education and helping children learn, grow, and develop while working in an Innovative, Flexible, Fun community of teachers? At Smartuft’s Academy, our mission is to serve families in our community by providing high quality education and affordable childcare in a loving, safe, and nurturing atmosphere. If you are motivated to make a positive impact on our future generation, apply today to become a part of our team!

This is a full-time position that works 8-hour shifts, Monday - Friday. The pay is $13 -15 per hour depending on experience and qualifications with incentive pay. The position is onsite at our center located: 824 Paul St, Orlando, FL 32808

The Pre-K Teacher coordinates engaging developmental activities, implements curriculum that prepares children for school, and enhances their pre-reading, pre-math, language, and social skills. The Pre - K Teacher serves as a model and mentor. In this role you’ll have the opportunity to build a dynamic classroom environment, create fun-filled learning activities, and support the growth and success of children.

What You’ll Do:
• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example and encourage success through modeling and coaching
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth
• Follow all facility policies and state regulations
• Maintain a personal and professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement

What We Need from You:
• Associates degree in related field of study required
• Minimum of 30 credits in ECE
• DCF 45 hours Required
• CDA Preferred
• Willingness to obtain VPK Teacher credentials from DCF
• Must clear a full DCF background check
• At least 1 year of professional early childhood training/experience
• CPR, First Aid, and Fire Extinguisher Certification completion within 30 days of employment
• Fluent in both English and Spanish is a Plus

Why You’ll Love Working for Us:
• Professional development assistance
• Positive and rewarding work environment
• Required DCF training is provided with a BONUS structure
• Merit increases

COVID-19 considerations: Limits on classroom visits. Vaccination is not required but must be comfortable with wearing a Mask.

Smartuft’s Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in and seek diversity in our applicants.