Teacher Largo, FL

The Learning Center located on the
Palms of Largo Senior Living campus
located in
Largo, FL
is hiring
for Full-time Teacher
in their toddler rooms.. This position is to implement the infant, toddler, or preschool program and the general supervision and management of a group of children. The Learning Center offers preschool and day care that provides children from eight weeks through pre‑K with an engaging and interactive, and intergenerational learning environment.

In collaboration with our location at The Palms of Largo’s assisted living community Cypress Palms,
intergenerational connections are made every day.

This unique learning experience unites the students with“grandfriends
” from The Palms of Largo campus, and provides both children and seniors with purpose, connection and community.

Our experienced team is committed to providing quality childcare services in a positive environment that allows children to thrive, grow and explore the world around them.
The Learning Center features dedicated teachers, state‑of‑the‑art equipment, a two‑story tree house, a tugboat computer lab and intergenerational experiences.

The ideal candidate is required to have their
Child Development Associate (CDA), and prior experience working in childcare within Pinellas County, FL.

Shift Openings: Monday - Friday 9:00am-6:00pm

Wage: $16.50 – $18.50 /hr (must have CDA)

Requirements: Must have CDA and 45 clock hours completed

• Medical and Prescription Coverage
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• $10k Life Insurance Coverage*
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching Benefits
• Employee Support Program (ESP)
• Tuition Discounts with Rasmussen College
• Educational Support
• Team Member Referral Bonus
• Shift Differentials
• Life Mart Employee Discounts
• OnShift Engage Bonus and Incentives
• Generous Paid Time Off

* Benefits available to eligible employees with enrollment in a medical insurance plan. Eligibility may vary by position, average hours worked, length of service, and/or location.

The primary purpose of this position is to implement the infant, toddler, or preschool program and the general supervision and management of a group of children.

• Plan and implement a program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of both the individual and the group, through developmentally appropriate practices, in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the program.
• Write objectives for the group.
• Assume responsibility in conjunction with co‑workers for preparing and posting weekly lesson plans and submitting a copy to the director one week before teaching.
• Post all curriculum information, schedule and menus for parents.
• Interact with the children and encourage their involvement in group activities.
• Gear the program to the needs of the individual child, with concern for their interests, special needs and talents, and individual style and pace of learning.
• Plan and supervise class outing/field trips when age‑appropriate.
• Observe, record, and report significant individual and/or group behavior/illness, and keep co‑workers and the director informed.
• Responsible for seeing that the children’s daily notes are completed.
• Keep accurate records of children’s attendance and progress, including written comments on each child’s development.
• Continually evaluate each child’s progress, and communicate these professional observations to the appropriate teammates and to the child’s parents through participation in formal conferences offered at least twice a year.
• Establish and maintain good communication with parents through verbal contact daily, written notes and/or phone conversations and wearing a nametag. Sensitive issues must be discussed with the director before approaching the parents.
• Responsible for actively supervising and ensuring the safety and well‑being of the children at all times, both indoors and outdoors. Be alert to the needs and/or problems of the children as individuals and as a group.
• Know how many children are in the group and where they are at all times. Never leave a child or group of…