Preschool Lead Teacher

Little Cruisers is looking for a dynamic, passionate Lead Teacher to join our team! We know the importance of early childhood education and believe in investing in a child's future. If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a quality childcare center and have a passion for teaching and ensuring children's success, look no further, we have the right opportunity for you! Little Cruisers is a NAEYC accredited child care center located at the Port of Miami.

As a Lead Teacher your responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Planning and leading daily group and individual activities that are developmentally appropriate to meet the needs and interest of the children using the assigned curriculum.
• Creating and following a daily schedule that reflects and meets group and individual routines of the children.
• Leading activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
• Interacting with each child on a daily basis through circle time, centers, snacks, lunchtime, playground, free play, etc.

We provide a generous benefits plan, including health insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, a matching 403(b) plan, holiday pay, a Mental Health Day (annually), and, after the first year of employment, accrued paid vacation time, etc. You will be working in a great team environment, with a positive work culture.

In addition, you will receive a SIGN-ON INCENTIVE OF 40 HOURS OF VACATION TIME OFF AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF YOUR 90 DAYS PROBATIONARY PERIOD, TO BE TAKEN WITHIN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT.

• Must be at least 18 years old and possess an Associate's Degree or above in Early Childhood Education or related field, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Must have at least three (3) years teaching experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Must possess an active child care staff credential (CDA).
• Must have a CPR and First Aid Certification or must obtain certification upon hire.
• Must possess a caring and nurturing attitude towards children and excellent customer service skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.

If you feel that you would be right for this teaching position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Family Central is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, a Drug Free Workplace and requires drug testing.