VPK Teacher Job at MITCHELL LEARNING ACADEMY in Jacksonville

*Southside Location*

We are seeking Lead and Assistant Preschool Teachers (Toddlers-VPK) to join our organization! Individuals in these positions will plan and present age appropriate activities for children.

We are seeking to fill the following positions: Lead Preschool Teacher (1 positions available) Assistant Teacher (2 positions available)

General Responsibilities:

• Instruct toddler and/or preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth
• Create a fun and safe learning environment
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents
• Communicate with parents on students' growth and progress
• Maintain the health and safety of all students

Minimum Qualifications:

• Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields
• Passionate about working with children
• Ability to build rapport with children
• Positive and patient demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High School Diploma
• DCF 45-hours
• Clean Level 2 background screening/ability to pass a Level 2 background screening
• National CDA (Lead Teacher required; all other positions this is a plus)
• Lead VPK instructor emergent literacy certification preferred