Toddler 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 position that works ideally 8:30a
-5:30p, Monday – Friday. The pay is $14.75 - 15.50 per hour depending on experience and qualifications with incentive pay. The position is onsite at our center located: 398 Douglas Avenue, Altamonte Springs, Florida 32714.

• Professional development assistance.
• Positive and rewarding work environment
• 50% Tuition Discount
• 5 Vacation Days
• Paid Time Off after 1 year of Employment

The Toddler Teacher develops a cohesive teaching team, coordinates the curriculum for our 2 year old ages and manages the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. The Teacher in this role should be high energy and able to work well with staff, students, and parents. You’ll have the opportunity to be a leader in the classroom, champion a team environment, and provide fun-filled learning opportunities while making a positive impact on the lives of children.

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum for children ages 2 years 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.
• Maintain a personal and professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Follow all facility policies and state regulations.

• High school Diploma and/or degree in related field of study required.
• FL DCF 45 hours Required with a CDA preferably.
• FL DCF Transcript – Please send transcript to  You can retrieve the transcript from
• Willingness to obtain VPK Teacher credentials from DCF.
• Must clear a full DCF background check.
• At least 1 year of professional early childhood training/experience.
• CPR, First Aid, and Fire Extinguisher Certification completion within 30 days of employment.
• Fluent in both English and Spanish is a Plus.

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