We are searching for a fun, bright, and enthusiastic Childcare / Preschool Teacher for our new centers in Fort Myers and Cape Coral, to join an excellent team that prides itself on putting our children’s safety, education, and development first and foremost.

Are you ready for a change? to move on from your current role, team, or school?

The Indeed link to apply: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=918e9036b37c4ad6&from=shareddesktop

What We offer:

• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Vacation, Personal & Sick Days.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• SEEK Scholarship to continue your ECE education.
• Step raise for achieved professional development.
• Advancement and promotional opportunities.
• Discounted staff childcare.
• Paid training.
• Consistent coaching, training, and support.
• The opportunity to develop to your fullest potential.
• Fun and rewarding work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Create and deliver lesson plans, implement school curriculum, and assess the developmental needs of students, to develop to their fullest potential and achieve their learning objectives.
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment.
• Communicate positively with students, parents, and staff.

Essential skills & experience:

• A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day
• A High School diploma (equivalent GED) is required.
• DCF 45-hour training approved (preferred).
• Active Staff Credential (preferred).
• First Aid CPR certification or willingness to obtain First Aid CPR certificate within 90 days of employment.
• Experience as a Childcare / Preschool Teacher (Lead or Assistant) preferred.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift at least 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors. Must be able to assume postures at low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be willing to complete a Background Check.
• Bilingual (English – Spanish) preferred.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare / Preschool Teacher: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• DCF 45 hours training approved (Preferred)
• Staff Credential, FCCPC or CDA (Preferred)

Work Location: Whiz Kids at Fort Myers 8560 Crystal Court Fort Myers, FL 33907