Assistant Teacher

Primrose School of North Scottsdale; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking a passionate Teacher to inspire and nurture young minds. In this role, you will plan and implement engaging activities that promote the holistic development of children in a supportive environment. Your responsibilities will include supervising classroom functions, assessing developmental needs, and collaborating with parents to ensure a comprehensive educational experience. Join a dedicated team that values creativity and professional growth, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children while fostering a love for learning.

Qualifications

• Must meet local child care regulatory requirements.
• Experience in a licensed early childhood program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily class functions and overall child care.
• Implement lesson plans and maintain classroom environment.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

2-year degree in Early Childhood or related field

4-year degree in Early Childhood or related field

Job description

As a Teacher at Primrose School of North Scottsdale located at 10120 E. Bell Road Scottsdale, AZ 85260, you will help young minds explore, discover, and understand the world around them.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Teacher to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child, in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning approach to teaching and learning.

Primrose School of North Scottsdale is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational child care experience. We offer year-round programs for children from infant through elementary-aged school age.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
2. Observe all rules and regulations at Primrose School of North Scottsdale and the local, state, or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children.
3. Assess each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
4. Implement the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum and programming.
5. Plan with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
6. Maintain an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
7. Provide verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for their behavior.
8. Accept responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas, and playgrounds.
9. Attend all required staff meetings, workshops, and/or school functions.
10. Maintain overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School of North Scottsdale Employee Handbook.
11. Assist in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.

Desired Skills and Experience:

1. Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency.
2. Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred.
3. Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children.
4. Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.
5. Infant - Preschool Teachers: 2-year degree in early childhood or related field preferred.
6. Pre-Kindergarten Teachers: 4-year degree in early childhood or related field required.
7. Kindergarten Teacher: 4-year degree in early childhood and certified to teach in the state in which the school operates required.

Each Primrose school is a privately owned and operated franchise, and the respective Franchise Owner is the employer at each school. Franchise Owners set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary among Franchise Owners. Primrose Schools and its Franchise Owners are equal opportunity employers. Positions and position titles vary by school.

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