VPK Teacher

CHOSEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, A BILINGUAL PRESCHOOL

New Christian Academy, focusing on Early Education in Davenport FL is hiring!! A Fulfilling opportunity where one can impart into the lives of children!!

Preschool VPK Teacher

Preschool VPK Teacher(s) needed at CHOSEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY in Davenport, Florida.

Our Academy

Chosen Christian Academy, a Bilingual Preschool, is a ministry of The Chosen Faithful. Candidates must be able to support the vision of The Chosen Faithful and be able to adhere to it's Culture.

Your new role - Preschool VPK Teacher

Will be leading the classroom to create enriching childcare experiences for our children. Classroom range from ages of 4 years old through Pre-Kindergarten, Your childcare work experience and expertise will make the impact necessary to fulfil this role.

What you will need to succeed

Must be a qualified preschool teacher with a minimum of 2 years preschool teaching experience. Must demonstrate strong leadership skills to ensure appropriate child supervision. Ability to mentor designated Assistant Preschool Teacher. Must have a passion for childcare and education.

What you will get in return

You will work in a Family Oriented Faith- Based Environment while providing an essential service to the parents and children of our neighboring communities.

• Competitive pay ( based on experience and education).

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Discounted Childcare (upon availability)
• Bonuses
• Complimentary Nutritious Meals
• Growth support through ongoing Training and Development.
• Weekends Off (except when there is mandatory training).

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this career opportunity and feel you can be a perfect match, click Apply Now, submit a copy of your resume and complete the application thoroughly. Our recruiting department will reach out to those candidates that have the skills and experience necessary to achieve our goals.

Thank you for considering Chosen Christian Academy for your next career!

Other Key Information & Disclosures About the Role

Preschool Teacher Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe and caring environment for exploration and learning.

• Train and mentor your Assistant Preschool Teacher(s).

• Implement curriculum and lesson plans daily.

• Prepare classroom reports and daily reports for each child in your classroom.

• Engage and provide accurate feedback to parents on their child's classroom experience.

• Adhere to Department of Children and Families (DCF) policies and regulations.

• Perform all childcare duties as necessary.

Preschool VPK Teacher Required Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years or older.

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Must have Early Childhood Education experience.

• Must meet DCF 45 hour training requirements.

• Must have Child Development Associate (CDA) certification.

• Must adhere to Chosen Christian Academy Culture and training requirements.

Preschool VPK Teacher Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual- English and Spanish Comprehension.
• Have Child Development Associate (CDA) certification bilingual endorsed.
• Have or willing to obtain Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) certification during the first year of employment.
• CPR and First Aid Training (may be obtained during job training).

Preschool VPK Teacher Work Environment

• Must be able to adapt and make the children's needs the primary focus.

• Must be an educator. Chosen Christian Academy strives to educate children, preparing them for the next stage in their lives while emphasizing Christian moral values and character development.

• Must be able to kneel, squat, stoop, crawl, push, pull and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Must be able to engage in physical activities including but not limited to jumping, dancing, running, walking, hopping and skipping.

Preschool VPK Teacher Job Type

This is a full time, 40-hour per week, non-exempt position, eligible for overtime. Applicants must be available between the hours of 6:30 am and 6:30 pm.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Chosen Christian Academy provides equal opportunities for all persons in employment. It is the policy of Chosen Christian Academy that the best qualified applicants for the job will be recruited based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability.

This policy does not waive the ministerial exception which includes the right to employ persons who have a background and philosophy of ministry and who, in the opinion of The Chosen Faithful, have a work history and a life style which is consistent with the scriptural principles of the church or any other exceptions to any federal, state or local legislation, including, but not limited to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a FCCPC Certification?
• Do you Speak Spanish?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 2 years (Preferred)
• Childcare: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person