Pay Range: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Type of Work Available: Full-Time (40 hours)

Flexible scheduling, no nights/weekends, and 100% paid training!
Locations: 857 West Mitchell Hammock Rd  Oviedo, FL 32765

Hiring immediately: an energetic team member to grow happiness in our daycare classrooms. The VPK Lead Teacher will facilitate the Florida VPK curriculum through daily lessons and educational activities for preschool children.

As a Lead Teacher, you will:

• Supervise Teacher Assistants and promote developmentally appropriate practices
• Implement the Florida VPK curriculum daily 
• Demonstrate warmth and affection towards all children in the center
• Guide children through positive language, positive reinforcement, and redirection
• Communicate effectively with parents and families, including parent conferences
• Attend monthly faculty meetings
• Promote the classroom and the Doodle Bugs! center
• Contribute classroom information to personalize parent tours; orient new families
• Ensure compliance with company policies, licensing regulations, and staff to child ratios
• Stay current on policies, regulations, laws, standards, and education trends
  
  

Top 10 Reasons to Join the Doodleverse!

• Flexible Scheduling – Predictable hours and no evening or weekend shifts!
• Unique BRAVO! Curriculum – Our curriculum was developed in-house by a team of education professionals, so you can spend less time creating lesson plans and more time developing meaningful relationships with the children in your classroom!
• Fully Stocked Classroom Resources – All resources are provided and replenished regularly so you do NOT have to purchase curriculum supplies!
• Latest Software and Technology – Each classroom is equipped with iPads and software to enhance our curriculum, improve parent communication, and propel professional development.
• Doodle University – Our company-specific training website allows you to receive ongoing training and development to grow in your professional career.
• Emergency Training – Regular opportunities for eligible employees to receive paid training for CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications!
• Annual Staff Development Day – On the Friday before Labor Day all centers shut down to honor our hardworking staff. This is a paid day of professional development, classroom preparation, and breakfast and lunch on us!
• Celebration and Appreciation – We work hard and play hard! We offer contests and prizes, bonus opportunities, and anniversary and appreciation gifts!
• Transfer Opportunities – Doodle Bugs! has 17 locations in New York, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Internal job openings are posted weekly, so we actively encourage transfer opportunities!
• Advancement Opportunities – 65% of our Administrative and Management teams have been promoted from within!
  
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salaries, weekly paychecks, and 100% paid training
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays – In addition to your PTO hours, we recognize 8 holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)
• 401(k) Plan – Doodle Bugs! will contribute 50 cents for every dollar you contribute, up to 2% of your total annual income
• Health and Dental Insurance – Multiple plan options for you and your family
• Supplemental Insurances – Benefits include vision, accident, and disability insurances
• Life Insurance – 100% employer-paid policy
• Employee Referrals – Earn up to $100 per employee you refer to work at Doodle Bugs!
• Childcare Discount – Save 65% on regular tuition for all child age groups

Qualifications:

• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
• DCF 45 hours with VPK Endorsement 
• Current First Aid and CPR 
• Ability to multitask and work both independently and as a team 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Candidates that do not meet these qualifications will be considered for other positions (i.e. Lead Teacher, Teacher Assistant)

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