Ivybrook Academy is currently seeking passionate preschool educators for our Tampa Palms school campus.

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Our schools provide a professional environment where educators can focus their time on igniting the joy of learning in their students. We are seeking dedicated educators committed to progressive quality education.

*Benefits:*

* Salary position (for full time educators) * School year closely follows the public-school calendar * Over 1 month paid vacation per year * 7:30am - 4:30pm work hours (full time) * 7:30am - 12:00pm work hours (part time) * Supportive and professional work environment

*Job Responsibilities:*

* Plans and implements daily curriculum activities for children. * Upholds the philosophy, mission and vision of the school. * Observes and evaluates each child’s progress and provides a written report to the Principal and parents throughout the year. * Works cooperatively with staff members and families. * Maintains weekly communication with parents through weekly newsletters, online communication tools, email and personal connections. * Maintains availability for parent conferences tri-annually and on an as-needed basis. * Attends staff meetings as well as school functions. * Provides plans for substitute teachers when absent from school. * Consults with colleagues, students, and parents on a regular basis. * Assists the Administrative team with designated activities. * Maintains a classroom environment that supports the Reggio Emilia and Montessori approaches to education. * Maintains a portfolio assessment for each of the children in the classroom * Creates a personal development plan documenting professional growth. * Upholds the National Association for the Education of Young Children * standards. * Ensures the safety and protection of all students. * Maintains a sanitary environment for the children.

Ivybrook Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation.

*JOB REQUIREMENTS*

Priority given to those with a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Montessori and Reggio Emilia trained educators, and those that obtain their education degree within the first year of employment.

Previous experience at a public, private or licensed school preferred.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Schedule: * 4 hour shift * Holidays

Work Location: In person