Career Opportunities

Real Life Christian Academy looks for candidates who have a passion for teaching kids, possess great credentials and endless enthusiasm for life. We have a highly selective and competitive hiring process and provide a full benefits package.

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Real Life Christian Academy is a ministry of Real Life Christian Church of Clermont. The church and Academy do not discriminate against members, applicants, students and others on the basis of race, color or national or ethnic origin.

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Positions available for the Clermont and Mt. Dora campuses.

Mt. Dora Preschool Campus

This is a full-time position at the Mt. Dora campus preschool.  Following are the job responsibilities/duties.  All resumes should be sent directly to Dana Foster-Blackstock at Dana.Blackstock@real.life

General Requirements

  • Must be a committed follower of Jesus Christ.

Responsibilities/Duties

  • Nurture and guide children to promote their social, emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual growth
  • Ensure the health and wellbeing of all children at all times
  • Establish and maintain a respectful relationship with parents, families and co-workers
  • Follow and adhere to curriculum; learn to plan and implement age appropriate lessons and activities
  • Follow guidance of Lead Teacher
  • Maintain compliance with CSF, DCF and Real Life policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Education

  • HS diploma or GED
  • Interest in furthering education; CDA, FCCPC or degree in field
  • Have or obtain DCF state mandated training within first 90 days of employment
  • Have or obtain First Aid/CPR certification, Bloodborne Pathogens and Fire Extinguisher training
  • Required annual in-service training/CEU’s and training as required for professional growth

Work Experience

  • Minimum 1yr. experience as a teacher assistant or substitute in an early learning environment.

Skills

  • Evolving knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in Early Childhood Education
  • Resourceful and intuitive
  • Organized and motivated
  • Responsible and respectful
  • Punctual

Preschool Subs (2 open sub positions) – these are part-time positions at the Mt. Dora campus preschool.  All resumes should be sent directly to Dana Foster-Blackstock at Dana.Blackstock@real.life

General Requirements

  • Must be a committed follower of Jesus Christ.

Responsibilities/Duties

  • Nurture and guide children to promote their social, emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual growth
  • Ensure the health and wellbeing of all children at all times
  • Establish and maintain a respectful relationship with parents, families and co-workers
  • Follow and adhere to curriculum; learn to plan and implement age appropriate lessons and activities
  • Follow guidance of Lead Teacher
  • Maintain compliance with CSF, DCF and Real Life policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Required Characteristics

Education

  • HS diploma or GED
  • Have or obtain DCF state mandated training within first 90 days of employment
  • Have or obtain First Aid/CPR certification, Bloodborne Pathogens and Fire Extinguisher training
  • Required annual in-service training/CEU’s and training as required for professional growth

Work Experience

  • Minimum 1yr. experience as a teacher assistant or substitute in an early learning environment.

Skills

  1. Evolving knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in Early Childhood Education
  2. Resourceful and intuitive
  3. Organized and motivated
  4. Responsible and respectful
  5. Punctual

Orlando Preschool Campus

Central Team Orlando Campus
Ministry or Department Education
Reports To Preschool Director
Position Summary An experienced educator dedicated to loving, nurturing, teaching and guiding preschool children while reflecting the character of Jesus in action and deed.
Exempt or Non-Exempt Non-EXEMPT
Part Time or Full Time FT

Responsibilities/Duties

  • Nurture and guide children to promote their social, emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual growth
  • Ensure the health and wellbeing of all children at all times
  • Establish and maintain a respectful relationship with parents, families and co-workers
  • Follow and adhere to curriculum; plan and implement age appropriate lessons and activities
  • Mentor and train Teacher Assistants and Substitutes
  • Complete and/or submit lesson plans, assessments, reports and parent teacher meetings
  • Maintain compliance with CSF, DCF and Real Life Christian Academy policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Required Characteristics

General Requirements
  • Professes Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
  • Is an immersed believer, active member of a church upholding the Membership Covenant and fully supporting ministry leadership and the ministry’s programs in word and in deed.
  • Commitment to upholding the Core Values of Real Life Church (real, relevant, relational, excellent, effective, empowering, unified)
  • Commitment to the Core Beliefs of Real Life
  • Commitment to personal spiritual growth and healthy lifestyle
  • Models standards and expectations of leaders within Real Life Church
  • Submits and is accountable to Church Leadership 
  • Model giving with a cheerful heart
Education
  • HS diploma or GED
  • Preferred- BA degree or AS degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education or a non-education degree with 18 credits in early childhood education/child care management
  • If no degree or out of field, required to have active CDA or FCCPC credential 
  • Have or obtain DCF state mandated training within first 90 days of employment.
  • Have or obtain DCF- Staff Credential within the first 90 days of employment
  • Have or obtain First Aid/CPR certification, Bloodborne Pathogens and Fire Extinguisher training
  • Complete DOE Literacy requirement 
  • Have or obtain training on the CLASS (classroom assessment scoring system)
  • Required annual in-service training/CEU’s and training as required for professional growth
Work Experience
  • Minimum 2yrs. experience as a teacher and/or administrative support in an early education learning environment.
Skills
  • Strong working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in Early Childhood Education
  • Leadership with excellent classroom management
  • Experience working with preschool age children of all ages and abilities
  • Experience preparing and implementing age appropriate lesson plans
  • Effective communicator
  • Organized and motivated
  • Responsible and respectful
  • Punctual

Desired Characteristics

Personality Traits
  • Gracious, Adaptable, Reflectiveness
Spiritual Gifts
  • Temperance, Wisdom, Discernment
Passion For
  • A desire to be a part of a strong team of educators; a willingness to collaborate, brainstorm and plan together to support children, families and the strategic plan of the school
Talents or abilities 
  • Perceptive, systematic, organized, strategic planner

Central Team Orlando Campus
Ministry or Department Education
Reports To Preschool Director
Position Summary An experienced educator that is dedicated to loving, nurturing, teaching and guiding preschool children while reflecting the character of Jesus in action and deed.
Exempt or Non-Exempt Non-EXEMPT
Part Time or Full Time FT or PT

Responsibilities/Duties

  • Nurture and guide children to promote their social, emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual growth
  • Ensure the health and wellbeing of all children at all times
  • Establish and maintain a respectful relationship with parents, families and co-workers
  • Follow and adhere to curriculum; learn to plan and implement age appropriate lessons and activities
  • Follow guidance of Lead Teacher
  • Maintain compliance with CSF, DCF and Real Life policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Required Characteristics

General Requirements
  • Professes Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
  • Is an immersed believer, active member of a church upholding the Membership Covenant and fully supporting ministry leadership and the ministry’s programs in word and in deed.
  • Commitment to upholding the Core Values of Real Life Church (real, relevant, relational, excellent, effective, empowering, unified)
  • Commitment to the Core Beliefs of Real Life
  • Commitment to personal spiritual growth and healthy lifestyle
  • Models standards and expectations of leaders within Real Life Church
  • Submits and is accountable to Church Leadership 
  • Model giving with a cheerful heart
Education
  • HS diploma or GED
  • Interest in furthering education; CDA, FCCPC or degree in field
  • Have or obtain DCF state mandated training within first 90 days of employment
  • Have or obtain First Aid/CPR certification, Bloodborne Pathogens and Fire Extinguisher training
  • Complete DOE Literacy requirement 
  • Have or obtain training on the CLASS (classroom assessment scoring system)
  • Required annual in-service training/CEU’s and training as required for professional growth
Work Experience
  • Minimum 1yr. experience as a teacher assistant or substitute in an early learning environment.
Skills
  • Evolving knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in Early Childhood Education
  • Resourceful and intuitive
  • Organized and motivated
  • Responsible and respectful
  • Punctual

Desired Characteristics

Personality Traits
  • Teachable, conscientious, determined, kind
Spiritual Gifts
  • Temperance and Humility
Passion For
  • A desire to be a part of a strong team of educators; a willingness to collaborate, brainstorm and plan together to support children, families and the strategic plan of the school
Talents or abilities 
  • Flexible, creative and supportive

Real Life Church – Clermont

Location: Real Life Christian Church – Clermont Campus: 1501 Steve’s Rd., Clermont, Fl 34711

Position Details: Real Life is looking to fill a part time, non exempt Financial Analyst position at the Clermont Campus. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting campuses with Accounts Payables and all basic financial needs. This will also include reconciling bank and credit accounts, providing audit support, vendor inquiries and other duties assigned.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, be detail oriented and have Excel and Quickbooks experience.

Desired Characteristics: The qualified candidate will be flexible, trustworthy, a team player and have analytical skills. Talents or abilities should include multi-tasking, able to work with interruptions and have attention to detail.

If you are interested in this position, we invite you to send your resume to Milissa Stagg: mstagg@getreallife.com.

Position: Barista/Kitchen Assistant

Location: Real Life Christian Church – Clermont Campus: 1501 Steve‘s Rd., Clermont, Fl 34711

Position Details: Real Life is looking to fill a part-time/non-exempt Barista position for the Fork. This position is 20 hours a week, working Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Duties will include making coffee drinks, and smoothies and running the register. Additional duties include cleaning, restocking inventory, and shopping for needed supplies. 

If you are interested in this position, we invite you to send your resume to stacie.alberts@real.life. 

Position: RLCA Academy Kitchen/Fork Barista

Location: Real Life Christian Church – Clermont Campus: 1501 Steve‘s Rd., Clermont, Fl 34711

Position Details: Real Life is looking to fill a part-time/non-exempt RLCA Academy Kitchen Assistant/Fork Barista position. This position will be a Monday – Friday or a Sunday – Thursday, 5 days a week for 28 hours. Duties will include cooking, prepping food, preparing sides and drink cart, and cleaning at the end of the day. Depending on the schedule, duties may include making coffee drinks and smoothies, running the register as well as restocking inventory, and shopping for supplies.

If you are interested in this position, we invite you to send your resume to stacie.alberts@real.life.