Top 33 Daycare Jobs in Fort Myers Fl

Toddler Lead Teacher
Growing Room Child Development Center —Fort Myers, FL
- $17 - $20 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- School experience
- Classroom
- English
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Child Care Teacher
Lee Health —Fort Myers, FL
- $21.01 - $24.69 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- First Aid Certification
Childcare - Aftercare Assistant Teacher
Montessori School of Fort Myers —Fort Myers, FL
- $17 - $1,900 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Mid-level
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Infant Teacher part-time
The Learning Experience - Cape Coral —Fort Myers, FL
- $14 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- 401(k)
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Assistant Kids Club Manager
EōS Fitness —Fort Myers, FL
- $16 - $17 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Southwest Florida Christian Academy Preschool Substitute Teacher
McGregor Baptist Church —Fort Myers, FL
- Monday to Friday
- Background check
- Classroom
- Preschool
Infant/Toddler float Teacher
Celebree School of Estero —Estero, FL
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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10d
Household & Childcare Assistant
Vanderbilt Maids LLC —Fort Myers, FL
- $21 - $27 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Kids Club Manager
EōS Fitness —Fort Myers, FL
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Soccer Teacher
Soccer Shots - Southwest Florida —Fort Myers, FL
- $21 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Preschool
- Children
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Toddler Teacher
Primrose School of Estero —Estero, FL
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- No experience needed
- Preschool
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Director of Daycare
PLM Daycare —Fort Myers, FL
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
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Experienced Daycare/Preschool Teacher(Murdock)
Bloom Academy —Charlotte County, FL
- $15 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Childcare
- Preschool
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Daycare/Preschool Teacher (Babcock Ranch)
Bloom Academy —Punta Gorda, FL
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Preschool
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Childcare Worker - Special Needs (Homecare Setting)
Brightstar Care of Ft. Myers/Naples —Naples, FL
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- First Aid Certification
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Infant/Toddler Substitute Teacher
Celebree School of Estero —Estero, FL
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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10d
Experienced Preschool Teacher/VPK Teacher
The Learning Experience - Cape Coral —Fort Myers, FL
- $17 - $18 a day
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Teacher Toddlers and Twos
The Goddard School of Ft. Myers, FL —Fort Myers, FL
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Child Care Director
The Honeybee Academy —Fort Myers, FL
- $37,440 - $41,600 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Paid time off
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Child Care VPK Teacher
Bright Horizons —Naples, FL
- $19.25 - $25.95 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Toddler Lead Teacher

Growing Room Child Development Center -
Fort Myers, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$17 - $20 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Nutrition
School experience
Student supervision
Emotional support for children
Incident reporting compliance
Relationship building (classroom management strategies)
Team leadership
Academic IEP goal implementation
Family collaboration in education
Food allergen awareness
English
Mid-level
Associate's degree in early childhood education
Special education for preschool students
High school diploma or GED
Bachelor's degree in early childhood education
Classroom organization for children
Behavioral support plan implementation
Emotional safety support
Parent communication in school administration
Classroom experience
Educational program planning
Behavioral IEP goal implementation
School policy and procedure enforcement
Teaching experience with young children
Accident reporting
Associate's degree
Communication skills
Child Development Associate Certification
Classroom community building

Full Job Description

Job Location : Address: 8950 Gladiolus Dr Company Overview:

We are hiring a Preschool Lead Teacher to join our team of dedicated educators. If you’re passionate about early childhood development and have experience in childcare, daycare, or preschool education, we’d love to meet you.

Why Join Us?
We’re a community of professionals who care deeply about children and their growth. Our schools foster collaboration, open communication, and a supportive work environment. We prioritize work-life balance and provide the tools and resources you need to succeed.

Under the direction of the School Director, the Lead Teacher plays a vital role in creating a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children. This position is responsible for planning and delivering curriculum, leading classroom operations, and implementing Cadence Education programs while supporting the physical, social, emotional, and developmental needs of all children—including those with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Lead Teachers are classroom leaders who model professionalism, ensure compliance with licensing and safety requirements, and partner with families and team members to support each child’s growth and success.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive compensation
On demand pay with UKG Wallet
50% childcare tuition discount
Hourly Pay Rate $17 - $20
401(k) with employer match
Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:
Paid time off that increases with seniority
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, vision options available
Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
Educational and professional development
Tuition reimbursement
Company-paid life insurance
Pet insurance
Paid CDA

Job Description:

What You’ll Do

Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment where every child is treated with dignity, respect, and care.
Build positive, professional relationships with children and families, including daily greetings and ongoing communication.
Recognize and respond to diverse developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including implementing IEPs and behavioral support plans as required.
Plan, implement, and document developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Cadence educational philosophy and Signature Programs.
Use Cadence-required systems and communication tools to communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and leadership.
Maintain a safe and well‑supervised classroom, following the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual at all times.
Accurately document and report accidents, incidents, and escalated behaviors in accordance with company policy and licensing requirements.
Follow all Cadence Education policies, procedures, and standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Participate in required trainings, meetings, and professional development, which may occur outside of regularly scheduled work hours.

What We’re Looking For

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Demonstrated ability to follow all safety procedures, including Name‑to‑Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle‑feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
Ability to manage a classroom environment with consistency, structure, and care.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred.

Experience

Must meet state licensing requirements for Lead Teachers in a licensed childcare center.
A minimum of 6–12 months of early childhood or classroom experience is preferred, depending on education and credentials.

Credentials & Licensing

Must meet all Department of Health Services (DHS) licensing qualifications for Lead Teachers, which may include:
- High school diploma or GED plus required experience or
- College coursework in early childhood education or
- CDA, CCP, EEC or NAC credential
Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are met.

Scheduling Requirements (Please Review Carefully)

Flexibility is essential. Schedules may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs.
Work schedules may vary and are not guaranteed to be eight-hour shifts.
Daily end times may vary and cannot be guaranteed.

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Job Location : City: Fort Myers Job Location : State/Province: FL

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