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VPK Lead Teacher WF

Amazing Explorers Academy·Orlando, Florida

$16 - $19/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 18 days ago
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About the role

The VPK Lead Teacher is responsible for implementing curriculum, managing classroom activities, and supervising both children and assistant teachers. They must also conduct child assessments, maintain classroom safety, and facilitate regular communication with parents.

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 along with 45 hours of state-mandated training. Previous classroom teaching experience in an accredited early childhood facility is required.

  • professional certificate
  • Record keeping
  • Safety compliance
  • Lesson planning
  • Staff supervision
  • Parent communication
  • Classroom management
  • Child supervision
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Instructional material preparation
  • Developmentally appropriate practices
  • Assessment of children
  • VPK standards

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$16 - $19/hr
Location
Orlando, Florida
Posted
Jul 28, 2026
Application
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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 26 jobs
IndustryEducation Management
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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Florida schools regularly seek classroom teachers, especially candidates who can lead instruction, plan lessons, and meet state certification and screening requirements. Competition often centers on classroom experience, subject fit, and readiness to complete Florida’s background check and education requirements. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and prepare examples of lesson planning and classroom management before applying.

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