Lead Teacher - Explorer Academy Daytona Beach

Salary will be $20.00 per hour

Full-time position working 40 hours per week, includes insurance and time off benefits

Work schedule will be between 8:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday

We are seeking a caring, motivated, and experienced Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team at our Explorer Academy in Daytona Beach. This role is responsible for creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that supports each child’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. If you are passionate about working with young children and committed to high-quality learning experiences, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

What we offer:

• Live and on demand Professional Development opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Several Supplemental Insurance Policies
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403B Savings Plan
• Easterseals Cares Wellness Program
• Work Life Balance
• The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Community and the Organization

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and lesson plans
• Plan and lead daily activities aligned with curriculum goals
• Create an inclusive, positive, and structured classroom environment where children feel safe and supported
• Build strong relationships with children and families through open, respectful communication
• Observe, document, and assess developmental progress to individualize learning
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom following all health, safety, and program policies
• Ensure constant supervision of children both indoors and outdoors
• Communicate regularly with parents about their child’s progress, milestones, and concerns
• Complete accurate records, including attendance, daily reports, and assessments
• Model professionalism, empathy, and a commitment to excellence
• Collaborate with staff to plan special events and family engagement activities

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred;
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
• Current CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain
• Minimum 1 year of early childhood experience
• Experience working with children with disabilities
• Alignment with Easterseals values and philosophy
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain a positive and nurturing classroom environment

Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 - 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP) (including medical marijuana).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, [email protected], 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.