VPK Preschool Teacher - Lead

We are looking for teachers who are passionate about educating and caring for children. Crest Peak Learning Center is located near I-295 & Old St. Augustine Rd in the heart of Mandarin. We offer dental, vision, retirement plans, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and professional development assistance.

• Responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a pre-kindergarten class in a daycare environment.
• Assesses each child’s developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Maintain daily open communication with parents including facilitating required parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
• Submit lesson plans to the Director and implement the approved plans and daily classroom schedule using Crest Peak Learning Center's curriculum outlines and materials.
• Arrange classroom environment in accordance to program goals and philosophy while maintaining a safe and healthy environment
• Assists in other capacities as determined by the Director.
• Attend in-service and staff meetings.
• Keep all appropriate records such as attendance and classwork.
• Meet all applicable licensing rules and regulations.

• Ability to relate positively with children in a childcare environment.
• Must have at least 1 year minimum of lead VPK teaching experience with a quality preschool, or daycare center. (Work history will be verified.)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
• Must have Staff Credential and/or Child Development Associate (CDA).
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

• Must meet all Crest Peak Learning Center, local, state or national basic requirements.
• Must complete yearly minimum 10 hours of Continuing Education Units (CEUs)/In-Service hours.
• Must complete First Aid and CPR training.
• Must have mandated fingerprinting and/or Level II background screening report completed.

Crest Peak Learning Center is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.