Preschool Teacher

Are you passionate about childhood education and helping children learn, grow, and develop while working in an Innovative, Flexible, Fun community of teachers? Light Years Ahead Academy is a family owned and operated Childcare Center located in Altamonte Springs, FL. Our mission is to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where children thrive through play, exploration, and meaningful interactions. We are committed to fostering a love of learning, celebrating diversity, and partnering with families to create a foundation for lifelong success.

We cultivate a culture of respect where every child, staff member, and family member are treated with kindness, dignity, and empathy.

This is a full-time position with a schedule of Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm. The starting pay rate is $ per hour depending on experience and qualifications. This position is located onsite at our center:
398 Douglas Ave, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714.

Preschool 3-Year-Old Teacher creates a positive and safe learning environment for children, fostering activities that enhance education and childcare quality while supporting the development and implementation of curriculum. The 3-Year-Old Teacher builds a cohesive teaching team and oversees the daily operational activities of the classroom. This role requires a high-energy individual who works well with staff, students, and parents. As a 3-Year-Old Teacher, you will lead the classroom, promote teamwork, provide engaging learning experiences, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of 3-year-old students.

• Professional development assistance.
• Positive and rewarding work environment
• 50% Tuition Discount

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
• Lead by example and encourage success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth.
• Follow all facility policies and state regulations.
• Maintain a personal and professional development plan to ensure continuous quality.

• High school diploma / GED, or degree in related field of study required.
• FL 45 DCF hours required.
• FL DCF Transcript – Please send transcript to  You can retrieve the transcript from https://child
• Minimum of 1 year of professional early childhood education or experience.
• Must clear a full background check.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, and basic computer skills.
• Strong understanding of children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where students are engaged and encouraged to succeed.
• Effective in communicating with both students and adults to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.
• Must be able to lift, push or carry up to 40-50lbs.
• Able to stand for more than 2 or 3 hours.

Light Years Ahead Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in and seek diversity in our applicants.