Early Child Care Teacher

Youthland Christian Academy employs loving, caring individuals who desire a career in early childhood development.
Requirements:
Minimum education requirements are high school diploma or equivalent, as well as a preemployment physical, drug test and background check.
Must complete the Academy’s orientation and trainings as required by the State of Florida.
Failure to maintain training and in-service requirement as required by the State may result in loss of qualifications to work in the classroom.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Maintain daily clipboard, which includes; attendance records, class schedule, incident report documentation, curriculum, allergy lists, and other documentation required by the director.
Maintain class parent boards weekly.
Attend staff meetings and in-service training.
Practice emergency and evacuation procedures with the children.
Speak to children in a soft, reassuring voice.
Address behavioral problems to the director.
Follow daily schedule and provide children with consistency and a fun, loving learning environment.
Clean and organize classroom area.
Know and practice Youthland Christian Academy policies and state regulations and rules.
Report all incidents to director.
Speak professionally to parents.
Constantly use words of encouragement to help children discover self-worth and esteem.
Maintain sanitary conditions and follow all procedures related to cleaning the rooms/toys etc
for the children at all times. Follow all rules/procedures regarding hand washing and other
state requirements regarding personal hygiene.
Allow children to explore through art, science, math, language, transportation play, drama, and large motor.
Conduct meal counts, and other tasks as required related to the food program.
All teachers must know and understand the Academy’s discipline policy and must sign our behavior contract.
Many teachers at Youthland Christian Academy are given the opportunity to continue their education through our in-house scholarship programs and internal advancement. Any teacher showing the drive, motivation, and dedication may have an opportunity to grow with the
company.