Summary
Location
Valparaiso
Type
full-time
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About this role
Join Us as a VPK Lead Teacher and Shape the Future of Early Childhood Education!
At Child Development Schools and (local affiliate companies), we're not just offering jobs; we're inviting you to join a dynamic movement that's shaping the future. We're a tight-knit community committed to empowering children and families across 11 states, providing top-notch developmental education for ages six weeks to twelve years. As we embark on a journey of cultural transformation within our schools and our approach to Early Childhood Education, we're searching for passionate educators and leaders to join us in redefining childcare. Our mission is clear: to tackle the challenges facing families and educators head-on, while fostering a culture of innovation, integrity, and collaboration at every turn. With over 30,000 children under our care, we're dedicated to creating an environment where every child can thrive, supported by compassionate educators.
Why Choose Us?
Joining Child Development Schools is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a comprehensive package of benefits and rewards:
- Compensation Package: Current pay rates for this position vary based on years of experience, the county in which you are employed, and your educational qualifications.
- Family-Centered Benefits: Receive 50% off tuition for your children! Plus, gain exclusive access to PerkSpot for savings on major brands and services.
- Investment in Your Growth: Access up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement and tailored professional development opportunities. Benefit from coaching, mentoring, and ongoing development initiatives to enhance your skills!
- Prioritizing Well-being: Full time employees enjoy 9 Company Paid Holidays and 8 days of PTO to focus on self-care and recharge when needed.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: We offer a full suite of employee benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance, and Short- & Long-Term Disability for full time employees.
Your Role as a VPK Lead Teacher:
You Might Be the Perfect Fit if You:
- Hold a high school diploma or GED, completion of DCF 45 hours, 1 year of experience in a children's classroom, and the ability to pass a background check; additionally, possess one of the following: a CDA or FCCPC with VPK training, or a degree in education or child development, with specific qualifications for teaching children from birth through 8 years of age.
- Have genuine empathy and understanding of children's needs and development.
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Exhibit flexibility and adaptability to meet community needs and respond to changing circumstances.
- Capable of meeting the physical demands of working with children.
We value and welcome your application, regardless of whether you meet every listed qualification. Your unique skills and experiences matter to us. Even if this role isn't right for you, applying allows us to contact you for future opportunities.
Ready to Join Us?
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.
If you're ready to take on a challenge and make a positive impact on the lives of children, we encourage you to apply today. Together, we can create a brighter future for our children and communities.
Want to learn more about Child Development Schools? We're always looking for nurturing, innovative, and dedicated individuals to join us and explore their passion for child care and early education. Please click to join our Talent Network so we can keep in touch about other current and future opportunities!
Child Development Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Other facts
About Child Development Schools, Inc.
Established in 1988, Child Development Schools, Inc. operates as three early childhood education brands – Childcare Network, Sunrise Preschools, and My Small Wonders. We proudly provide child care and early education to over 30,000 children aged six weeks to 12 years in more than 260 child care centers across 11 states, with headquarters in Austin, Texas. Our schools offer full-time weekday schedules as well as before and after-school programs. Children receive a high-quality education, as well as participation in activities and exercises geared towards their specific age and developmental stage.
Our programs include adaptive digital learning platforms, which promote math and computer literacy skills, field trips, and activities that allow parents to take an active role in the growth and development of their children.
What you'll do
- As a VPK Lead Teacher, you will manage classroom activities and foster positive relationships with children and families while implementing a comprehensive VPK curriculum. You will also conduct assessments to tailor instruction to each child's unique needs.
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