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VPK Lead Teacher

Amazing Explorers Academy·St. Johns, Michigan

$17 - $19/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 day ago
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About the role

The VPK Lead Teacher implements curriculum and manages children and assistant teachers within the classroom. Key duties include conducting student assessments, planning lessons, and maintaining a safe, clean learning environment.

The VPK Lead Teacher is responsible for implementing the curriculum and supervising and managing children in the classroom.

Must be knowledgeable in developmentallyappropriate practices and the State of Florida VPK Standards.

Supervise assistant teachers and children in their room ensuring activities and curriculum are adhered to as required by the Director.

Conduct Assessments of children to indicate growth and areas of improvement and formal meetings with parents.

Teachers must gain an understanding of Amazing Explorers Academy policies, procedures, and expectations.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain classroom appearance, cleanliness, and safety
  • Complete necessary paperwork: daily notes, accident reports, attendance
  • Attend staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings
  • Supervise and assist children during activities
  • Provide counseling for social, academic, or adjustment issues
  • Plan and implement lesson plans, programs, and schedules
  • Prepare instructional aids/materials
  • Assist with meal times and cleanup
  • Ensure equipment is in good condition and used properly
  • Arrange the classroom for well-defined interest areas
  • Direct other staff in maintaining order
  • Communicate with parents and maintain developmental profiles
  • Schedule and conduct parent/teacher conferences
  • Manage classroom bulletin boards and family information board
  • Follow the medication schedule
  • Perform assigned duties

Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years old Must possess a CDA or higher in Early childhood education with 45 hours training in Early Childhood Education/Child Development and VPK credentials Classroom teaching experience in an accredited early childhood facility Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality Highly professional and dependable

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess a CDA or higher in Early Childhood Education with VPK credentials. Previous teaching experience in an accredited early childhood facility is required.

  • professional certificate
  • Staff Supervision
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Classroom Management
  • Child Development
  • Parent Communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Student Assessment
  • Instructional Material Preparation
  • Student Counseling

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$17 - $19/hr
Location
St. Johns, Michigan
Posted
Jul 24, 2026
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Hiring organization

Amazing Explorers Academy

Amazing Explorers Academy is a nurturing educational environment where little minds open up to develop lifelong learning skills designed to inspire, connect and engage the great minds of the 21 st century. Our preschools were developed for the 21st-century learner and inspired...

Salary listed on 25 jobs
IndustryEducation Management
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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