Full-Time VPK Assistant / Afterschool Teacher
Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center
Full-Time VPK Assistant / Afterschool Teacher
Full Time • Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center
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Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Looking for a full-time position where every day brings new opportunities to inspire young learners?
Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable educator to support our VPK classroom during the day and our Afterschool Program in the afternoon. This unique role offers the opportunity to work with both preschool and school-age children while becoming an important part of a collaborative team dedicated to helping every child thrive.
At GEZFLC, we believe learning happens all day long, through exploration, play, relationships, and meaningful experiences. We're looking for someone who shares that belief and enjoys building connections with children of different ages while creating safe, engaging, and nurturing environments.
What You'll Do
Morning – VPK Classroom
- Support the Lead Teacher in implementing engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences
- Foster children's social-emotional growth and kindergarten readiness
- Assist with classroom routines, supervision, centers, and transitions
- Help create a positive, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
Afternoon – Afterschool Program
- Supervise and engage school-age children in a safe, structured environment
- Lead games, enrichment activities, outdoor play, and creative projects
- Encourage positive relationships, teamwork, and respectful behavior
- Support homework and academic enrichment as appropriate
Qualifications
Required
- Experience working with young children in an early childhood or school-age setting
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
- A positive attitude, reliability, and a genuine passion for helping children learn and grow
Preferred
- Florida VPK Credential (or willingness to obtain one)
- DCF training completed or willingness to complete required coursework
- Experience supporting classroom quality, mentoring children, or leading engaging learning activities
If you're looking for a position where you can make a meaningful impact across multiple age groups while working with a supportive team committed to excellence in early learning, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us as we continue Growing Greatness.
ABOUT US
EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES 4 ALL
Gainesville for All was created in 2016 with the help of the Gainesville Sun and the Community Foundation of North Central Florida to seek systemic solutions to problems of race and poverty in the region.
It has had successes in each of its areas of focus, which include education, criminal justice, health and transportation and family support. In the spring of 2021 it played a significant role in winning approval by the city and county of its 2017 recommendation for free RTS fares for riders under age 18 and over age 65.
OUR MISSION
Gainesville For All was formed to address racial and economic inequities that hurt people and hinder our community from achieving its best potential. It is an initiative of The Gainesville Sun in partnership with the Community Foundation of North Central Florida.
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