A baccalaureate or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education; or a baccalaureate or advanced degree in any subject, and coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education with experience teaching preschool-aged children. Coursework equivalent to a major related to Early Childhood Education includes but is not limited to the following:
* Teaching credentials: licensure or certification by the state for Pre-K teachers recognized by the local school district or state education agency as qualifying teachers to teach pre-school children in that school district or state if the individual has at least 500 clock hours of experience in an early childhood setting teaching pre-school aged children. OR
* Coursework: No less than 18 semester credits in courses that focus specifically on child development, early childhood education and curriculum, early childhood teaching and assessment, psychology, family development, health and physical development, mathematics, science and children's literature. These courses may have been taken in various departments such as Education, Home Economics, Music, Art, Library Sciences, Physical Education and Recreation, Psychology, Family Studies, and others, and must specifically address young children.
Certificate of Completion of an approved 10 hour Developmentally Appropriate Practices for Preschoolers or Infant/Toddlers Course
Proof of successful completion of the Florida Child Care Facility Training
All state mandated courses for the Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) required
A Certificate of Completion of an approved 10-hour Special Needs Course
A State of Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential
Possession of a valid Driver License
Must be 21 years of age.
Three years of experience in teaching pre-school or kindergarten age
Two years of supervisory experience required.
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time while working at a computer or during meetings.
Requires occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds (e.g., supplies, documents, or small equipment). This also may include physical assistance in the transportation of special needs children by lifting the child into seat and fastening safety belt.
Ability to travel between program sites and attend off-site meetings or training sessions.
Must have adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to perform job duties, including using a computer, phone, and other office equipment.
Occasionally required to move throughout classroom and playground environments to monitor or support program activities.
Must be able to respond quickly to emergencies, including physically moving to a child's location or assisting staff as needed.
Ability to assume a seated position on the floor, or a bent or kneeled position for extended periods of time.
Ability to administer CPR and First Aid.
Ability to provide physical assistance in the transportation of special needs children.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Successful completion of a Level II background screening, local criminal record check, health, TB and drug screening prior to hiring.