Location
Sarasota, Florida
The VPK Lead Teacher is responsible for planning, assessing, and instructing 4-year-old children to prepare them for kindergarten. They lead classroom management, implement curriculum, and build relationships with families to support child achievement.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and hold a CDA, Associate degree in education, or a Florida Child Care Professional Certificate. Experience in leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans is required.
The VPK, Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program, prepares early learners for success in kindergarten and beyond. VPK helps build a strong foundation for school using educational material corresponding to various stages in a child's development. The VPK Lead Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing and instructing 4-year old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the program.
Market context
Florida VPK lead teacher roles are commonly tied to early childhood programs that need educators who can lead a classroom and meet state and center-specific childcare requirements. Competition often centers on candidates with a CDA, an associate degree or higher in education, or a Florida Child Care Professional Certificate, plus prior classroom leadership experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against your credentials, then confirm your certification and leadership experience before applying.
Employment with this school is contingent upon successful completion of Florida’s required background screening.
Information regarding Florida’s Background Screening Clearinghouse and screening requirements can be found here:
Learning Care Group, Inc. is North America’s second-largest for-profit childcare provider and a leader in early childhood education. We offer specialized programs for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, delivered through our unique family of brands. Our commitment to excellence drives us to create cutting-edge facilities, equipped with advanced technology and expertly crafted curriculum designed by our in-house Education team.
We strive to make a meaningful impact on every child, their families, and the communities we serve. From infants to school-age students, our comprehensive, research-based curriculum supports holistic child development in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. As experts in childcare and early education, we prepare children for school, instill a lifelong love of learning, and build a strong foundation for their future success
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Salary benchmark
$44,511 avg / yr
Typical range: $31,304–$50,000 based on 300 active listings in Florida
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