Teacher I (3227)

About the role

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant. LSF is seeking a talented Teacher I who wants to make an impact in the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops and implements daily lesson plans that provide for educational and enrichment activities for pre-school age children or infants and toddlers that meet federal performance standards.
• Plays a key role in the HS/EHS Quality Assurance efforts.
• Screens and assesses children to determine developmental/educational needs and develops and implements individual education plans that comply with federal performance standards.
• Maintains a safe environment for young children by monitoring meal and snack periods, classroom and restroom activities, and playground activities.
• Maintains a safe environment for young children by monitoring food service and supplies for adequate inventory.
• Documents children's progress or lack thereof and completes all required manual and computerized forms and reports in accordance with federal requirements.
• Initiates referrals on children to the Center Director by submission of a variety of formal documents.
• Plans, coordinates and oversees field trips for assigned children.
• Orders supplies and equipment to be used by special needs children in the classroom.
• Assists in the transportation of special needs children by lifting child into seat and fastening safety belt.
• Ensures lessons and classroom activities align with the Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Standards.
• Conducts Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten assessments as required.
• Ensures that at least 80% of the children are kindergarten ready.
• Uses active supervision techniques and maintains positive classroom behavior.
• Receives a satisfactory or higher score on the Teacher Success Rubric.
• Maintains a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including weekly observations in each area, examples of the child's work, and a developmental assessment.
• Uses home visits and parent conferences to discuss the child's individual development and progress, assist the parents in developing observational skills and solicit parent observations.
• Reports suspected child abuse and neglect to designated state agency.
• Performs First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) as needed.

Requirements

• Education: Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education; or an Associate’s Degree in any subject, and coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education with experience teaching preschool-aged children.
• Experience: Two years of experience teaching Head Start, Early Head Start, pre-school or kindergarten age children. Bilingual preferred: English/Spanish or English and other languages present in the local area.

Qualifications

• Certification in First Aid and CPR within 90 days from the date of hire.
• Successful completion of a Level II background screening, health, TB and drug screening prior to hiring.

Skills

• Working knowledge of brain development and its impact on early learning.
• Working knowledge of child development birth to age five for typical and atypical children.
• Working knowledge of culture and practices for early childhood.
• Working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for early childhood.
• Working knowledge of behavior modification theories and practices relating to early childhood development.
• Working knowledge of current educational techniques and practices relating to early childhood development.
• Skill in the application of supervisory techniques.
• Skill in making presentations to groups.
• Skill in verbal communication with infants, toddlers, and pre-school age children.
• Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to plan, organize and conduct early childhood education programs.
• Ability to implement routine care for infants and toddlers in a responsive environment.
• Ability to assume a seated position on the floor, or a bent or kneeled position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to collect, organize and evaluate data and develop logical conclusions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to prepare and maintain work related reports and files.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to use a computer and related software.
• Ability to follow established procedures.
• Ability to administer CPR and First-Aid.
• Ability to implement safety procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to provide physical assistance in the transportation of special needs children.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)
• 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)
• 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement

Pay

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

• Full-time position.

Principal Accountabilities

• Team player with co-workers and central service office staff.
• Cost effective program operations.
• Adherence to agency policies and management practices.
• Effective staff management and leadership.

Why work for LSF?

• 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need.
• Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need.
• Opportunities for growth within the organization.
• Amazing benefits package including: Medical, Dental and Vision Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employer paid life insurance (1X salary), 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday, Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year), 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement, Tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Lutheran Services Florida is an equal opportunity employer.
• The organization is mandated to perform background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes.
• The organization must ensure that all job vacancy postings and advertisements include a clear and conspicuous link to the AHCA Clearinghouse website and its requirements.