Top 21 Preschool teacher Jobs in Hawthorne Fl

Preschool Teacher (CDA) - 26/27 SY
ECS4KIDS —Hawthorne, FL
- $16.59 - $18.44 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Assistant Teacher
Abacus Learning Center —Gainesville, FL
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Full-Time VPK Assistant / Afterschool Teacher
GAINESVILLE FOR ALL —Gainesville, FL
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Preschool
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Preschool Teacher Assistant (Infants–Preschool)
Open Arms Child Development Center —Gainesville, FL
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
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Head Start Teacher
Inspiring Learning Academy —Gainesville, FL
- $14 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
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Elementary School Teachers
Oak Hall School —Gainesville, FL
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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1 Year Old Teacher
RISING STAR Educational ACADEMY —Gainesville, FL
- From $14 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- In-person
- Entry level
- Flexible schedule
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Preschool VPKTeacher
The Oak Tree Christian Academy - North —Gainesville, FL
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- English
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
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2 Year Old Teacher
RISING STAR Educational ACADEMY —Gainesville, FL
- From $14 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- In-person
- Entry level
- Flexible schedule
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Substitute Preschool Teacher (Part-Time / Flexible Schedule)
O2B Early Education —Gainesville, FL
- $29,120 - $39,520 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Upper Elementary Teacher
Gainesville Country Day School —Gainesville, FL
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Email
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- In-person
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Preschool Teacher
Stepping Stones Preschool —Gainesville, FL
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Caregiving
- Preschool
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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VPK Lead Teacher
RISING STAR Educational ACADEMY —Gainesville, FL
- From $15 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- In-person
- Child Development Associate Certification
- Flexible schedule
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Full Time Pre-K Teacher
Education Station and Preschool —Gainesville, FL
- $16 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Preschool
- First Aid Certification
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Part-Time Three Year Old Teacher
Orange Blossom Prep —Gainesville, FL
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Math
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Preschool Teacher
Vision Christian Academy —Williston, FL
- $15 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Preschool
- US work authorization
- Employee discount
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Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center CDA Infant Lead
GAINESVILLE FOR ALL —Gainesville, FL
- $15.50 - $17.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Head Start Teacher
Vision’s Tiny Toe’z —Williston, FL
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Math
- Preschool
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Lead Infant Teacher
Triumphant Tots —Ocala, FL
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Paid time off
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Preschool Teacher (CDA) - 26/27 SY

ECS4KIDS -
Hawthorne, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$16.59 - $18.44 an hour
14 days ago

Benefits

403(b) matching
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
403(b)
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Confidential information handling
Relationship building (classroom management strategies)
Teacher collaboration
Food service health code compliance
Abuse and neglect policy adherence
Writing skills
Research
High school diploma or GED
First Aid Certification
English language learner (ELL) student support
Relationship management
Working with families
Working with children with disabilities
Standards-based curriculum development
Child abuse reporting laws
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

Description:

JOIN THE ECS4Kids TEAM

July 2026 Start Date

ECS4Kids (formerly Episcopal Children’s Services) is a 2026 Top Workplace that honors young children’s immense potential by helping them enter school ready to learn. We cultivate lifelong learners by immersing children in enriching guided experiences and discovery-oriented approaches. Through programs like Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK), Head Start, School Readiness, Child Care Resource & Referral (CCRR), and more, our dedicated professionals work with families and caregivers throughout Florida to promote children’s well-being. These enable us to strengthen key areas including motor development, cognitive development, social and emotional development, language and communication skills, and problem-solving skills.

Partner with us to help empower communities to rise above generational poverty with comprehensive early childhood education and holistic family support. We have career opportunities available in several counties throughout Northeast and Central Florida.

ECS4Kids offers a competitive benefit package which includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance
403(b) plan with 5% employer match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Long-term & short-term disability insurance
Employer-paid life insurance
Paid holidays
Generous paid time off
Career development
Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The classroom Teacher provides a warm, nurturing, stimulating, safe and loving environment where each child has the opportunity to develop language, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills appropriately.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Education and Development

Plan and implement a culturally sensitive educational program that is developmentally appropriate for each child’s age and language.
Use Teaching Strategies Cloud to plan and create weekly digital lesson plans that promote the cognitive, language, literacy, social, emotional, and physical development of children and that support ECS School Readiness Goals.
Follow the approved daily schedule to implement to fidelity the daily lesson plans from the approved curricula.
Lead all learning times in a manner consistent with CLASS philosophy and developmentally appropriate practice.
Use teaching strategies that illustrates the CLASS philosophy in Emotional Support, Classroom Organization, and Instructional Support.
Input daily child observation data in TS Gold.
Individualize for children throughout the day based on the observed needs of children, the goals set forth in support plans, and the ongoing analysis of child data.
Plan a balanced daily routine that encourages play, exploration, and learning; and which includes teacher-directed and child-directed activities, and inside and outside time.
Provide a developmentally appropriate, stimulating learning environment by adding new and interesting materials each week
Provide a warm, nurturing, loving and positive environment, using positive guidance techniques and upholding the ECS Discipline Policy.
Develop nurturing relationships with each child by encouraging his or her social and emotional development
Maintain accurate and complete VPK attendance and submit to Center Manager the last day of each month (if applicable).
Assure parents sign the VPK Parental Choice Certificate at the end of each month (if applicable).
Maintain all federal, state, local and accreditation standards. (These may include those set forth by NAEYC, APPLE, ECS, DCF and Head Start.)
Participate in research initiatives pertaining to early child hood education, development, and related topics.

Children’s Health and Developmental Services

Conduct daily health checks on each child.
Plan weekly activities promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Follow policies and procedures regarding medical and dental emergencies, short-term exclusion of children, and the administration, handling, and storing of medication.
Ensure that safe practices are followed to prevent injuries to children or self.
Maintain sanitation and hygiene procedures and participate in the maintenance of the center.
Participate in case management meetings regarding children’s health and development.

Family Partnerships

Provide and encourage effective communication and relationships with families so that parents feel comfortable talking to staff about their children.
Attend parent meetings as assigned.
Encourage parent involvement in all aspects of the program.
Inform parents concerning their children’s progress formally and informally, which may include parent notes, learning outcomes, parent conferences and home visits.
Engage parents in the development of school readiness goals for their children and guide parents in the use of curriculum activities related to their children’s school readiness goals.
Maintain transition procedures for children moving to another classroom or program and coordinate transition with other appropriate program staff.

Nutrition

Eat with children, encouraging proper eating habits and conversation.
Serve food in a way that encourages the development and socialization of the children.
Assist in kitchen duties (if applicable).
Plan weekly activities that promote good nutrition.

Training and Communication

Provide leadership in following best practices in the field of early childhood education.
Assist the center manager in training, mentoring, and developing the Teacher Aide to create an appropriate classroom environment.
Work collaboratively and attentively with an in-class coach.
Participate in the CLASS evaluation and training of peers.
Communicate regularly with other staff in order to better serve children and families, including attending staff meetings, trainings, and sharing information.
Have a cooperative, positive and supportive attitude within the program.
Follow directions and assignments as given by supervisor.
Maintain appropriate record keeping.
Maintain confidentiality at all times.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related marginal duties as required.)

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:

This position reports to the Center Manager.

Requirements:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or GED, DCF 45-hour training, and one of the following:

Teacher Aide - $16.59

CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential or enrolled in a program leading to CDA or an associate or baccalaureate degree in ECE or related field and complete w/in 2 years of hire

Teacher I - $18.44

National CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Demonstrate competency to provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment and promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate.
Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children
Ability to exercise control and maintain appropriate classroom discipline
Ability and willingness to implement the approved curriculum
Ability to exercise good judgment and emotional maturity
Ability to build and establish collaborative relationships
Ability to work effectively with diverse staff and families
Knowledge of applicable safety and abuse-reporting procedures
Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to plan and organize work as well as maintain records
A willingness to learn and continue personal education

CERTIFICATIONS:

Complete TB screening & physical before having direct contact with children. Renew every 2 years.
Complete on-line Food Handlers Course Serving Safe Food in Childcare within 90 days of employment.
Must have current First Aid and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training.
Complete a minimum of 25 hours of in-service training annually, July 1- June 30.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Work involves constant visual supervision of children and tolerance of loud noise
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
Environment includes indoor classroom and outdoor playground

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)
Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job.

(Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability)

Background Requirements

A Level II Background Screening which consists of a local, state, and federal criminal check will be completed on all employees and any contracted employee position, intern position or volunteer position in which individuals have contact with children, have access to confidential information and / or are in a position of special trust. To learn more about the system used to conduct these checks, you can use this link - https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

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Preschool Teacher (CDA) - 26/27 SY

Assistant Teacher

Full-Time VPK Assistant / Afterschool Teacher

Preschool Teacher Assistant (Infants–Preschool)

Head Start Teacher

Elementary School Teachers

1 Year Old Teacher

Preschool VPKTeacher

2 Year Old Teacher

Substitute Preschool Teacher (Part-Time / Flexible Schedule)

Upper Elementary Teacher

Preschool Teacher

VPK Lead Teacher

Full Time Pre-K Teacher

Part-Time Three Year Old Teacher

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