Preschool 3s Teacher

Are you passionate about childhood education and helping children learn, grow, and develop while working in a fun and rewarding environment? At Oak Ridge Children’s Academy and Daycare, our mission is to serve families in our community by providing high quality education and affordable childcare in a loving, safe, and nurturing atmosphere. If you are motivated to make a positive impact on our future generation, apply today to become a part of our team!  

This is a full-time position that works Monday – Friday 8:30am -5:30pm ideally, with flexibility to open and close the center. The pay is $15 -17 per hour with merit increases depending on experience and qualifications. This role is located at our center: 1118 W Oak Ridge Rd, Orlando, FL 32809

Why You’ll Love Working with Us: 

• After 90 days: 50% off childcare
•  After 1 year: 40 hours paid vacation, paid holidays, 2 personal days (16 hours)
• Company-matched investment plan
• Healthcare available via Marketplace Insurance
• Paid professional development

The Preschool Teacher develops a cohesive teaching team, coordinates the curriculum, and manages the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. The Teacher in this role should be high energy and able to work well with staff, students, and parents. You’ll have the opportunity to be a leader in the classroom, champion a team environment, and provide fun-filled learning opportunities while making a positive impact on the lives of children aged 3 years old.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by creating classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example and encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate exercises to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement
• Ensure all Center policies and state regulations are met
• Represent Oak Ridge Children’s Academy with warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail.

What We Need from You:

• High school Diploma and/or degree in Early childhood education or related field of study required
• FL DCF 45 hours Required
• National CDA Highly Preferred
• FL DCF Transcript – Please send transcript to Dbrown@source2.com. You can retrieve the transcript from https://childcaretraining.myflfamilies.com/studentsite/admin/signin
• Minimum of 2 years of professional early childhood teaching experience
• Must clear a full level II DCF background check
• Bilingual proficiency is a plus (Spanish/English preferred)
• Strong knowledge of child development principles and early childhood education best practices.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Oak Ridge Children's Academy & Day Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in and seek diversity in our applicants.