About This Role
Based in Fort Pierce, this support staff member opening at Kids in the City Academy pays $14 – $16/Hr and requires the appropriate background.
Our academy is dedicated to creating a supportive, engaging, and intellectually stimulating environment for young children. Our infant and 1-year-old program focuses on nurturing social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language skills.
We are seeking a skilled teacher who will lead our classroom, plan and implement engaging lessons, supervise assistant teachers, assess student progress, collaborate with parents, ensure compliance with Florida’s standards, and maintain a learning environment that fosters growth and development. This role demands a candidate with experience in classroom management and handling challenging instructional and behavioral situations.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
- Curate, design, and execute an engaging curriculum aligned with Florida Standards that caters to the unique needs of infants and 1-year-olds.
- Develop and implement lesson plans, schedules, and activities that promote comprehensive development: social, emotional, physical, and intellectual.
- Supervise, mentor, and provide guidance to assistant teachers and aides in ensuring the smooth operation of the classroom.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized classroom environment, adapting learning centers to meet developmental needs.
- Regularly observe, assess, and document children’s progress, identifying milestones and providing interventions as necessary.
- Communicate effectively with parents about their child’s development, engage in parent-teacher conferences, and respond to concerns and questions.
- Ensure adherence to all state regulations, licensing requirements, health and safety standards (including CPR and First Aid certifications, background checks, etc.).
- Accurately document and maintain records of attendance, incident reports, developmental assessments, lesson plans, and other important data.
- Actively participate in staff meetings, workshops, and professional development to stay updated on best practices in early childhood education.
- Collaborate with center leaders and teachers to support program quality, contribute to enrollment, retention, and center goals.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Ability to pass state background checks and meet licensing requirements.
- Minimum of 1 year in childcare space preferably in a toddler room
- Florida's teacher credential requirements (this may include VPK Certification, DCF 45-Hour training, or equivalent).
- Patience, creativity, flexibility, and a nurturing disposition.
- Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
- Previous experience teaching preschool or VPK, with demonstrated experience leading a classroom.
- Demonstrated leadership experience (mentoring, supervising staff).
- Strong knowledge of child development principles and Florida standards.
- Ability to move around the classroom frequently, assist with children, sit/kneel/squat.
- Ability to lift and carry children or materials (up to regulatory limits).
- Stand for extended periods; interact actively in play and learning.
Nice to Have
- Bilingual skills (preferred).
- Experience with assessment tools (observational assessments, screening, progress tracking).
Benefits
Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
There are no education requirements for this position.
What does this position pay?
This Teacher for 1 year olds role pays $14 to $16/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Kids in the City Academy located?
Kids in the City Academy is located at 602 East Weatherbee Road, Fort Pierce, FL