Redlands Christian Migrant Association·Immokalee, Florida
The Preschool Teacher Trainee works with an experienced teacher to provide developmentally appropriate activities in a safe and nurturing environment. They are responsible for supporting the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of young children while adhering to program standards.
Deadline: September 4, 2026
Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) is a nationally recognized non-profit leader in childcare and early education. RCMA operates more than 53 centers and 3 charter schools, with a staff of 1,400 employees, in 18 Florida counties. We have grown over the years through our policy of hiring from the communities served, forging a strong bond between parents and RCMA caregivers, teachers, and staff.
Why work for us?
At RCMA, we feel lucky to work in fulfilling roles every day.
Like one big family, we work hand in hand with families who need allies on their journey toward big dreams.
Through empathy and compassion, we help cultivate a sense of dignity and pride in these valuable members of society and provide them with resources for growth.
If this sounds like a family you’d like to become a member of, we’d love to hear from you!
In addition, RCMA offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. This includes a $40,000 Basic Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance covered 100% by RCMA. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and a retirement plan. Eligible employees receive holiday pay, personal time off, and tuition assistance.
Works with an experienced Teacher to provide children with developmentally appropriate activities in a quality early childhood program that offers a safe and nurturing environment while supporting the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of young children and families. The Preschool Teacher Performance Standard explains in detail the essential duties and responsibilities of this position and must be used as an integral part of this Job Description.
The Early Childhood Specialist provides guidance and direction for educational services and jointly, with the Center Coordinator, evaluates the job performance of the Preschool Teacher Trainee, 1, 2.
the duties recorded below are representative and are not intended to cover all the duties performed.
Preschool Teacher Trainee
Learn to show a warm, secure, affectionate, social-emotional climate for young children. (Note: Lifting, touching, and holding a child is necessary).
Learn to use the HighScope curriculum to plan environments, activities, schedules, and daily routines for young children.
Learn to use the HighScope curriculum for interaction strategies with children.
Learn to observe, screen, and assess young children to provide support for ongoing developmental progress and achievement of RCMA School Readiness goals.
Learn to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
Learn to be an engaged partner with families.
Learn to manage the classroom.
Learn to commit to professionalism and RCMA.
Adherence to all RCMA funding and DCF requirements
Preschool Teacher Level 1 and 2
Show warm, secure, affectionate relationships with each child to create a positive climate. (Note: Lifting, touching, and holding a child is necessary).
Use the HighScope curriculum to plan environments, activities, schedules, and daily routines for young children.
Use the HighScope curriculum for interaction strategies with children.
Observe, screen, and assess young children to provide support for ongoing developmental progress and achievement of RCMA School Readiness goals.
Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment.
Be an engaged partner with families.
Manage the classroom.
Commit to professionalism and RCMA.
Adherence to all RCMA funding and DCF requirements
Education: In order to meet the minimal education requirements, please provide:
Preschool Teacher Level 1
High School Diploma obtained by an institution accredited and recognized by DOE, OR a High School Diploma obtained by a private school that is registered with DOE, OR a GED (NOTE: If a high school diploma is earned outside the U.S., it must be translated by someone who is: a member of the American Translators Association OR an approved credential evaluation agency approved by the Bureau of Educators Certification OR an accredited college/university.) AND
Transcript documentation of passing All Competency Exams for the DCF Child Care Training.
Further training appropriate to the age of children being served, may be required.
RCMA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and a drug‑free workplace.
All candidates selected for employment are required to successfully complete a Level 2 fingerprint-based background screening. Additional information is available on the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website at the link provided.
https://info.flclearinghouse.com [https://info.flclearinghouse.com/]
Candidates must possess at least a High School Diploma or GED and be willing to undergo a Level 2 fingerprint-based background screening. The role requires a commitment to learning the HighScope curriculum and maintaining a safe, healthy classroom environment.
Market context
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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