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O2B Early Education

Operates preschool and after-school programs

VPK Lead Teacher

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/17/2026
$30.2k - $43.7k+ Monthly incentive bonuses + $1,000 employee referral bonus + $250 employee referral bonus
Entry
Jacksonville, FL, USA
In Person
EducationEarly Childhood Education

About the job

Requirements
  • CDA or Florida Staff Credential may be required for some positions.
  • CPR/First Aid.
  • Experience working with children ages 0–13 is preferred; the employer is willing to train and support education through scholarships.
Responsibilities
  • Work Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. for full-time employment.
  • Execute lesson plans and curriculum.
  • Maintain licensing requirements.
  • Complete required assessments and observations.
  • Talk to parents and help meet their needs.
  • Maintain cleanliness in the classroom.
Desired Qualifications
  • Training and experience are preferred.

About the company

O2B Early Education operates a network of childcare and early education centers in the Southeast, offering preschool, infant and toddler care, after-school programs, summer camps, and specialty classes. Its core offering is the Funnydaffer play-based curriculum, part of the O2B Kids Integrated Learning System that blends child-directed play, teacher-led lessons, and enrichment experiences. The curriculum is Florida-approved and available online, enabling both on-site and digital learning, with centers providing flexible full-time and part-time schedules. Growth comes from building new schools and acquiring existing preschools, supported by Spire Capital, yielding more than 85 locations and national accreditation; the goal is to provide accessible, high-quality early education that helps children develop essential life skills through play.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

N/A

Founded

1998

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What believers are saying

  • January 29, 2026 added two Sioux Falls schools, expanding South Dakota operations.
  • January 21, 2026 opened Murfreesboro, entering Tennessee and reaching 85 schools.
  • Rosemount’s June 22, 2026 Minnesota license remains active with 158-child capacity.

What critics are saying

  • Wentzville substantiated abuse on March 16, 2026 shows severe brand and liability exposure.
  • Rosemount logged violations on March 5 and June 29, 2026, signaling control failures.
  • Another safety scandal triggers parent defections, licensing scrutiny, and acquisition rollback.

What makes O2B Early Education unique

  • Funnydaffer anchors a proprietary play-based curriculum approved by Florida’s Office of Early Learning.
  • O2B blends preschool, after-school, summer camp, and specialty classes under one roof.
  • By January 2026, O2B operated 86 locations across nine states.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • 529 college savings plan
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Performance Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Professional Development Budget