Preschool Teacher (JT)
Scottsdale Academy
Tallahassee, FL
Preschool Teacher (JT)
ID: 1079
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Job Title:
Preschool Teacher / Early Childhood Teacher
About Us
Scottsdale Academy is a year-round child development center serving infants through VPK/5 years old. Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children thrive.
About the Role
We are seeking a caring and qualified Early Childhood Teacher to prepare children for Kindergarten and support the growth of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The ideal candidate is patient, energetic, and experienced in child development and early learning best practices.
This position is well-suited for teachers with backgrounds as a Preschool Teacher, Child Care Teacher, Daycare Teacher, Infant/Toddler Teacher, Voluntary Prekindergarten Teacher, or Early Childhood Educator.
Key Responsibilities
- Create lesson plans using approved curriculum and Florida Standards for Four-Year-Olds
- Track student progress using VPK assessments
- Provide age-appropriate academic, social, and emotional learning experiences
- Build a fun, engaging classroom with storytelling, play, and hands-on activities
- Follow daily routines including lessons, outdoor play, meals, hygiene, and rest time
- Communicate effectively with parents and families about student progress
- Ensure a safe, clean classroom and follow all school health and safety procedures
- Supervise children at all times in a positive and professional manner
Qualifications
- Experience working with young children
- Strong communication and classroom management skills
- DCF 45 Hours, Florida Standards for Four-Year-Olds, and Early Literacy for VPK Instructors courses
- Active Staff Credential (CDA, FCCPC, or degree in Early Childhood Education or related field)
- Level II Background Screening (required)
Preferred: Additional training or coursework in Early Childhood Education
Preference will be given to applicants with special training in Early Childhood Education or the equivalent.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Benefits package (Paid vacation, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).
- Paid time off and holidays
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Supportive team environment
How to Apply
If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher who loves helping children learn and grow, apply today!
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About the Company
Scottsdale Academy
Why Scottsdale?
Scottsdale Academy is an accredited preschool located in two popular communities in Tallahassee, FL. We offer a fun, creative and professional working environment full of friendly peers. Our school utilizes a full-time, co-teacher structure in each class to share responsibilities, combine resources, and avoid a stressful work environment which sometimes leads to burnout within the industry.
Our Academy is proud to routinely operate at 100% capacity. This steady business and parent loyalty ensures consistent schedules, pay, and benefits, offering our staff stability in their employment. Our administration is hands-on and supportive, catering to the needs and demands of a full staff and preschool.
We offer a professional benefits package to attract professional talent within the education field. Scottsdale Academy’s benefits include two group medical plans, group dental, basic life, 401(k) plan, paid training, paid vacation, paid holidays and associate loyalty rewards. Staff members are given opportunities for scholarships for the Child Development Associate and college degree certifications. Children of Scottsdale Academy staff also receive first priority placement in the school. Our Academy has one of the lowest turnover rates amongst the area’s preschools/daycares. This statistic alone proves Scottsdale Academy is a great place to be.
If you are looking for the best private preschool in Tallahassee, FL then come work and play with us!