As a VPK Teacher, you will plan lessons and instruct children in activities according to approved curriculum designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth and development. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment. In addition, you will promote and participate in all center functions, communicate with, and develop positive relationships with all family members.

Duties:

Implement weekly curricula which address all learning goals
Provide direction to other staff in classroom
Responsible for organization and adherence to a daily schedule
Adherence to all State and Discovery Point policies and regulations
Communicate in a friendly, professional manner with parents, staff, and management
Maintain a welcoming, upbeat, positive atmosphere in classroom
Maintain safety and cleanliness of the classroom at all times

Qualifications:

Must have all VPK Teacher training requirements plus some experience.
Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience
Must be able to meet state background check requirements.
Knowledge of early childhood education and curriculum
Knowledge of child care licensing rules and regulations
Ability to obtain training in CPR/First Aid, Fire Extinguisher, Food Safety Handling, and other training required.
Must be willing to obtain a minimum of 24 in-service training hours per year
Fluent in English

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED
DCF Transcript showing the following are completed:
- Part I (30 hours)
- Part II (10 hours)
- Early Literacy for Children Birth to Three (5 hours)
- All VPK training requirements
CDA

Experience required:

1 - 3 years teaching experience in VPK

Employer Paid Benefits:

Set schedule, Monday-Friday
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Holiday Pay
Bereavement Pay
50% discount on childcare
401(k) savings plan plus 5% employer contribution
Annual review with bonus eligibility
MedCare Complete 24/7/365 access to board certified physicians
Paid trainings – CPR/First Aid, Food Handler Safety, and more
$50 In-service training allowance
TEACH Scholarship eligibility

Employer and Employee Paid Benefits - Contribution required from both:

MedCare Complete 24/7/365 - family plan
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability
Cash Indemnity Plans
Life Insurance

Salary:

Based on experience

Teaching and working at Discovery Point is more than just a “daycare job.” This is your opportunity to make an impact in the lives of the children in your community with a rewarding career path in child care.

Our staff is the heart of each of our childcare centers. Their dedication and focus in caring for and educating the children in their care is such a vital part of what makes Discovery Point so special.

We’re expanding our team with positions available at several of our child care centers. Careers like these need qualified applicants who work well with children and have a passion for education — and for having fun!

OUR MISSION: To build a child care brand committed to providing each child with a nurturing, supportive environment for growth and learning.

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If you’re ready to make an impact in the lives of children in your community, come join the Discovery Point team!

Disclaimer: Each Discovery Point franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the franchise location’s management. All inquiries about employment at this franchise location should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to Discovery Point Franchising.

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