What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant VPK / School Age Teacher position at Light Years Ahead Academy?

Job Description

Are you passionate about childhood education and helping children learn, grow, and develop while working in an Innovative, Flexible, Fun community of teachers? Light Years Ahead Academy is a family owned and operated Childcare Center located in Altamonte Springs, FL. Our mission is to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where children thrive through play, exploration, and meaningful interactions. We are committed to fostering a love of learning, celebrating diversity, and partnering with families to create a foundation for lifelong success. We cultivate a culture of respect where every child, staff member, and family member are treated with kindness, dignity, and empathy.

If you have a passion to provide a high level of care while bringing in your creative ideas and are motivated to make a positive impact on our future generation, apply today to become a part of our team!

This is a position that works ideally 8 : 30-6pm, Monday – Friday with the possibility of part time flexibility. The pay is $13 -15 per hour depending on experience and qualifications with incentive pay. The position is onsite at our center located : 398 Douglas Avenue, Altamonte Springs, Florida 32714.

The Pre-K Teacher develops a cohesive teaching team with our Lead VPK Teacher, coordinates the curriculum for our school age students in aftercare and manages the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. The Teacher in this role should be high energy and able to work well with staff, students, and parents. You’ll have the opportunity to be a leader in the classroom, champion a team environment, and provide fun-filled learning opportunities while making a positive impact on the lives of children. You will also have the opportunity to work as the Lead Summer Camp Teacher, planning evets and fun filled field trips.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us :

Professional development assistance.
Positive and rewarding work environment
50% Tuition Discount
5 Vacation Days
Paid Time Off after 1 year of Employment

What You’ll Do :

Coordinate and implement educational curriculum for children ages 3 to 4 years 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

Maintain a personal and professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement while following all facility policies and state regulations

Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children

Understanding the developmental stages of early childhood

Implement sensory-rich, age-appropriate lesson plans

Encourage children to develop language skills, a community-spirited classroom through sharing, caring and self-regulation while also encouraging independent feeding and self-help skills

Track children’s progress and report to parents

Collaborate with other educators

Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

What We Need from You :

High school Diploma and / or degree in related field of study required

FL DCF 45 hours Required with a CDA preferably

FL DCF Transcript – Please send transcript to aracicot@source2.com. You can retrieve the transcript from https : / / training01- dcf.myflorida.com / studentsite / admin / signin

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

Light Years Ahead Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in and seek diversity in our applicants.

Salary : $13 - $15

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