Kindergarten Teacher

Kindergarten Teacher

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Kindergarten Teacher to provide high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction to children ages 5–6. The ideal candidate will create an engaging, safe, and inclusive classroom environment that supports each child’s academic growth, social-emotional development, and love of learning.

Start date: July 2026

Responsibilities

Design and implement engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards in reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies, Latin, and extracurricular subjects.

Create and maintain a warm, welcoming, and structured classroom environment that supports early childhood development.

Teach and reinforce social skills, classroom routines, and self-regulation strategies.

Use a variety of instructional strategies and hands-on activities to meet diverse learning styles.

Regularly assess student progress using formal and informal assessment methods.

Maintain open and consistent communication with parents and caregivers.

Implement positive behavior management techniques and classroom guidance strategies.

Accurately maintain records of attendance, assessments, and student portfolios.

Stay current with Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards and best practices.

Participate in required curriculum and classroom training sessions.

Keep the classroom clean, organized, and engaging.

Communicate promptly with the front office regarding classroom needs or concerns.

Differentiate instruction to support students who need additional assistance or enrichment.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Abilities:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Effective classroom management and organizational abilities

Patience, creativity, and enthusiasm for teaching young children

Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners

Familiarity with early literacy and numeracy instruction

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in any subject (copy of diploma or official transcript required)

Three (3) or more years of K–12 teaching experience

Documentation of qualifications to teach K–12 subjects (certifications, professional development, curriculum training, etc.)

Note: Pre-K experience and certifications alone do not meet this requirement.

Certifications & Requirements:

Current First Aid and Pediatric CPR Certification

No disciplinary action against Educator License

Must have a Bureau of Educator Certification (BEC) record

Level 2 Background Screening through FDLE VECHS or a current Florida Teaching Certificate

Level 2 Background Screening through the AHCA Clearinghouse

DCF Training (Parts I & II – 40 Hours) and 5-hour VPK Emergent Literacy Course completed within one year of hire

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 30 pounds, including lifting children onto a changing table (4–5 feet high)

Ability to stand for extended periods

Ability to sit on the floor with children

Flexibility to work within operating hours (Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM) and occasional evenings/weekends for meetings, training, or events

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Generous PTO accrual with carryover options

Employer-paid childcare and paid holidays

Additional perks:

Background check and fingerprint reimbursement

Employee referral program

Employee appreciation initiatives

Personalized career development plans

Professional development and training opportunities

TEACH sponsorship

Floating holidays

Business-casual dress days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Grow With Us Learning Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.