Teaching  Opportunities

Plato’s Playgrounds is a Montessori infused Preschool in Orange City! We are looking for positive and energetic individuals who love working with children to help us grow our facility. If you want to be one of the members of our amazing team, contact us today!

Lead Teacher

Responsibilities:

• Implement weekly curriculum themes and lesson plans (themes, shapes, practical life, etc.)

• Maintain a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment

• Provide individualized support for children with neurodivergence or behavioral challenges

• Communicate daily with families about progress and concerns

• Supervise classroom aides and model professionalism

• Track developmental milestones and maintain anecdotal records

• Participate in meetings, surveys, and professional development

Assistant Teacher

Responsibilities:

• Support lead teachers with classroom routines, prep, and transitions

• Step in for breaks, staff absences, and provide coverage as needed

• Help implement lessons, activities, and behavior strategies

• Sanitize materials, prep sensory/craft supplies, and maintain classroom cleanliness

• Build positive relationships with children and co-workers

Floater/Support Staff

Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness of common areas, classrooms, and restrooms

• Assist with laundry, dishes, and sanitation tasks

• Support classrooms with transitions or supervision when needed

• Deliver meals, prep snacks, or assist in kitchen if applicable

• Report safety or maintenance concerns to admin

Minimum Requirements - Individuals must have successfully completed the following:

• CPR and First Aid Training

• 40 Hour State Mandated Training (or working toward certificate)

• CDA or CDA equivalency Certificate (or working toward certificate)

Two years minimum experience working directly with young children is preferred, but not required.
Background in Montessori Methods or a willingness to learn more about it is a must.

All applicants must be highly motivated, creative and innovative as well as a person of integrity with high morals and values, and very patient. Applicant must display excellent oral and written communication skills and have a positive attitude. Teacher must be effective in time management and a person in good health, who is capable of lifting up to 40 pounds with ease. Also, must be a person who initiates tasks without having to be asked or assigned to do them. A flexible schedule is a plus.


For all current available positions, please refer to Indeed. You may also complete to the attached application and questionnaire to send in to us via e-mail at 

e.wadle@platosplaygrounds.com