Job Title: Early Years Teacher - $3,000 Sign-on Bonus (Remote Opportunity)

Join Our Team as an Early Years Teacher and Make a Difference in the Lives of Children! We are seeking a passionate and experienced Early Years Teacher to join our team at Lutheran Services Florida. As a remote worker, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere, while making a positive impact on the lives of pre-school aged children or infants/toddlers in our Head Start/Early Head Start Program.

As an Early Years Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and implementing educational activities, assessing children's developmental needs, and developing individual education plans. You will also communicate with parents, maintain a safe and healthy environment, and ensure that lessons align with the Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Standards. If you are a dedicated and skilled educator with a passion for early childhood development, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, and implement daily lesson plans for pre-school aged children or infants/toddlers
• Assess children's developmental needs and develop individual education plans
• Communicate with parents through conferences, written correspondence, and telephone
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment, including conducting health checks and ensuring compliance with safety procedures
• Align lessons with the Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Standards and conduct Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten assessments

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Two years of experience teaching Head Start, Early Head Start, pre-school, or kindergarten age children
• Bilingual preferred: English/Spanish or English and other languages present in the local area
• Working knowledge of brain development, child development, and developmentally appropriate practices
• Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of others, and to communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and $3,000 sign-on bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Teladoc, and Employee Assistance Program
• Generous PTO policy, 13 paid holidays, and 403(b) Retirement plan with employer match
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a mission-driven organization

Why Work for Lutheran Services Florida? We are a non-profit organization dedicated to serving vulnerable populations across the state of Florida. Our staff are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, and we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

How to Apply: If you are a motivated and experienced Early Years Teacher looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to Apply To This Job. We look forward to hearing from you!

Your Future Starts Here

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join our team and make a difference in the lives of children. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career as an Early Years Teacher!