Lead Preschool Educator/Instructor

2 weeks ago

Cape Coral, Florida, United States City of Cape Coral Full time
GENERAL OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION
IMPORTANT: Candidates are highly encouraged to complete ALL sections regarding employment history, education, licenses/certifications, and skills in the online application. This application serves as the primary document for assessing your eligibility for employment. You may attach a resume and cover letter for additional information, but your resume should not contain details not already included in the application fields. Avoid using SEE RESUME in any application sections.
*Pre-interview assessments/tests relevant to the required job skills may be necessary.
THIS POSITION OFFERS UP TO 32 HOURS PER WEEK, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
STARTING COMPENSATION IS $18.00 PER HOUR

SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes FINGERPRINTING REQUIRED: Yes This is a contractual role governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the employment agreement.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
PRIMARY DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Creating a secure, engaging, nurturing, and developmentally suitable environment for children's growth and readiness for school; Responsible for planning, organizing, and initiating recreational programs in alignment with facility guidelines; Main responsibilities encompass the execution of lesson plans, supervision and safety of participants, cash handling and daily reporting, inventory management, excellent communication skills, child discipline, processing registrations, computer proficiency, and general cleanup duties.
  • Ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of children by maintaining a hygienic environment, responding appropriately to accidents or illnesses, and promoting hygiene, healthy eating habits, and manners.
  • Encouraging family participation in the program, maintaining daily communication with parents in a professional and courteous manner, and participating in parent conferences.
  • Ability to plan and facilitate the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of children in a developmentally appropriate setting, utilizing an approved curriculum.
  • Ability to observe, document, and report on children's progress.
  • Ability to follow and provide instructions while maintaining courtesy and tact in public interactions and/or challenging situations.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret issues and draw conclusions.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
  • Familiarity with modern office equipment and various computer programs and applications.
  • Knowledge of record-keeping principles and techniques.
  • Understanding of the policies and procedures of the assigned Department/Division.
  • Proficiency in operating various computer or electronic devices.
  • Skills in organization, prioritization, and time management.
  • Competence in written, verbal, electronic, and visual communication for effective expression and clarity.
  • Will have decision-making authority on-site and will communicate all significant matters to the Supervisor daily.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Individuals in this role must adhere to their assigned work schedule. Parks and Recreation staff should be prepared to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • High School diploma/GED required.
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) or equivalent required.
  • Completion of Emergent Literacy for VPK instructor's course. 40-hour training from the Department of Children and Family Services (DCF) required.
  • Two (2) years or more of successful experience in a child-related field preferred.
  • First Aid and CPR certification required within ninety (90) days of hire or promotion.
  • Responsible for completing 10 additional hours of in-service training annually as outlined in DCF guidelines.
MINIMUM STANDARDS REQUIRED:
  • Tasks are performed both indoors and outdoors, subject to varying weather conditions and uneven terrain. The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Tasks may require prolonged periods of visual concentration and moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
  • Requires the ability to speak, hear (perceive sound), and/or signal individuals to convey and exchange information; differentiate between colors or shades of color; read a variety of materials, sometimes complex; apply principles of rational problem-solving; record and deliver information, explain procedures, issue and follow oral and written instructions; and communicate effectively and efficiently in Standard English as the primary language while performing job duties.

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