VPK Lead Teacher

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• REPORTS TO :
• SiteDirector
• STATUS :
• Full time, Non-exempt
• LOCATION :
• Starfish Academy

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• EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
• Minimum of CDA or CDA Equivalent
• Florida VPK Certificate / Training Credentials Required
• Minimum one-year classroom experience
• Completed 45 hours of child care training requirements
• 30 clock hours of continuing education annually relative to child development and education
• PRINCIPLE DUTIES
• Develop and report upon individual lesson plans, as applicable, in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team to accomplish educational goals as determined by the teacher, therapists and parents
• Implement the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) utilizing developmentally appropriate intervention and educational strategies based on current research, data and educational models (TeachSmart)
• Prepare weekly lesson plans that provide educational activities designed to support the developmental goals of children in classroom
• Monitor ongoing assessment the educational outcomes and revise individual lesson plans according to child’s performance and progress and feedback from parents and therapists
• Consult with parents in child assessment and intervention planning and evaluation on an ongoing basis; complete parent-teacher conferences at a minimum twice a year
• Maintain paperwork pertinent to children’s educational program and ECE Plan of Care
• Daily parent communication
• Participate and prepare for IEP or IFSP at least annually as applicable
• Maintain Medication Administration Log and prepare Incident / Accident Reports and Illness Reports as necessary
• Implement classroom procedures that meet or exceed required service elements of :
• Department of Children and Families Child Care Licensing Requirements
• State and local statutes for Child Care
• National Accreditation standards of NAC
• Sarasota County School Board Contract for Exceptional Student Education Pre-K Programs as applicable
• Gulf Central Early Steps Program services
• Provide ongoing supervision, training and guidance of Teaching Assistants and Volunteers in classroom (ex. daily plans, activities and expectations)
• Maintain a clean, safe, healthy and developmentally-appropriate learning environment in classroom and other play areas for children
• Maintain positive staff-child interactions and provide optimal supervision to protect children’s health and safety while encouraging children to explore independently and develop self-sufficiency skills
• Maintain positive staff interactions
• Participate in a minimum of 30 hours of professional development each year with onsite training and community workshops, seminars and conferences
• Demonstrate understanding that responsibility and dependability are essential qualities for this position; regular attendance and punctuality are required
• Other duties as assigned

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• PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS / SKILLS / ABILITIES
• Willingness to carry out the mission of The Florida Center
• Ability to work with culturally diverse populations in a courteous and professional manner
• Demonstrate problem solving skills
• Positive and professional attitude
• Adhere to agency policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality according to established policies and procedures
• Ability to work independently and in partnership with team members
• Highly organized and ability to multitask and prioritize projects to meet deadlines
• Ability to complete assignments in compliance with quality standards
• Adhere to Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements
• Computer knowledge (Excel, Word, TeachSmart, Teaching Strategies GOLD, Ready Rosie, Paycom); ability to learn and utilize new programs
• Update job knowledge by seeking and participating in training opportunities
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Adhere to drug free / smoke free workplace policy
• Professional appearance and behavior
• Ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment
• Ability to set appropriate limits and boundaries with co-workers, vendors and general public
• TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Classroom environment and occasional travel between agency facilities

• TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The overall nature of the position is physically active requiring long periods of standing, walking, kneeling, sitting on the floor and the ability to lift 30 pounds. Requires full range of motion, including manual and finger dexterity and hand and eye coordination. Requires corrected vision, speech, and hearing to normal range, or special accommodations made of sufficient nature for completion of assigned tasks.

assigned tasks.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours : 40 per week

Benefits :

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience :

• Teaching : 3 years (Required)

License / Certification :

• VPK Lead Teacher Credentials (Required)

Work Location : In person