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Preschool center in Tamarac, FL is hiring a proactive and energetic teacher who loves to work with toddler children ages 0 through 5 yrs. We offer excellent benefits and compensation package that is beyond comparison in the early childhood industry

Benefits:


Our compensation package is very competitive in the early childhood industry in South Florida. We offer a competitive base hourly salary. We also offer many opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Tuition benefits for team members’ children ages 0 - 5 years old, and ages 5 - 10 in our summer camp (when available). 100% covered childcare tuition for the 1st child and 50% discount tuition for additional children.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holidays, Sick days) - waiting period applies
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance - waiting period applies
• 401k Matching up to 3%
• Company activities, events, and professional training throughout the year
• On-site and Virtual, in-service training and coaching
• Bonus program
• The unique opportunity to be a part of a team of more than 1000+ educators from around the world who are changing the world through education every day

Requirements:

• Minimum one-year minimum experience in the industry. PREFERRED
• Speaks English. Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written English
• Bilingual in Spanish is a BIG plus
• Has completed 45 hours ELC minimum requirements or is in the process of completing them
• CPR / First Aid Training certification
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Education is PREFERRED, but not required.
• An Early Childhood Education Degree is a BIG PLUS, but not required
• CDA and/or Staff Credential from Department of Education, State of Florida, Tallahassee, STRONGLY PREFERRED

What you will be doing:


This position requires a passion for education and a genuine love of working with children in early childhood ages. The Lead Teacher must have an open mind to understand and implement strategies that use thinking as a methodological tool, among others.

The Lead Teacher leads in activities that include but are not limited to curriculum instruction, implementation of developmental activities, specialized programs, lesson planning, etc. according to the age group assigned.

The Lead Teacher leads  in the documentation of activities and record-keeping of the developmental progress of the children. She/he will maintain open communication with the parents of the children ensuring proper customer service while addressing the families’ needs.

The Lead Teacher ensures proper group behavior, classroom management, and facilitation of all learning activities throughout the day.

The Lead Teacher works on classroom management which includes, but is not limited to, cleanliness and orderliness of the classroom, art, toys and other supplies management, diaper and potty duties, nurturing care, hygiene, learning, and caring for the children under his/her care with the support of the lead teacher.

The Lead Teacher will have the support and guidance of the School Director, Assistant Director, and a team of Lead Teachers and Teacher Assistants from our VESS Network of educators belonging to our other South Florida locations, and including educators from an international network of schools who collaborate with each other to share experiences in the implementation of our unique VESS methodology.

What we need:


We seek hard-working professionals who are willing to go the extra mile while making an impact in the lives of children, their families, and most importantly themselves. We seek individuals with an eagerness to learn new concepts and who are willing to grow professionally and be a part of an international network of educators and collaborators. We look for a passion in education and a big enthusiasm for working with children ages zero to five.

We understand the importance of a work-life balance and we are willing to work with you to offer a flexible schedule according to your needs. We are actively listening to our team members to help them achieve a balanced life that fulfills our company's needs as well as their personal and professional needs.

Our Mission:


We want to be the lighthouse of education in the world.

Who we are:


Edu1st is a pioneering and cutting-edge organization founded in the United States that seeks to transform education by promoting sustainable Cultures of Thinking within schools and the community at large on a global scale. To achieve this, Edu1st developed the VESS Model, a bilingual and international thinking-based pedagogical framework endorsed by the Institute of Neurosciences of The University of Barcelona, that is being implemented in many educational institutions worldwide.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour(depending on experience & credentials)

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tamarac, FL : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• 45 Hour Childcare Certification (DCF requisite) (Required)

Work Location: In person

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