Childcare Lead Teacher

Cartwright School District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits as approved by the Governing Board

Job summary

Cartwright School District is seeking a Childcare Lead Teacher in Phoenix, Arizona, responsible for providing high-quality childcare and instruction. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least 6 months of experience with children aged 0-5 in a licensed setting.

This position involves developing lesson plans, supervising children in daily activities, and maintaining accurate records. Benefits are provided as approved by the Governing Board.

Qualifications

• Arizona IVP Fingerprint card required.
• TB skin test within the past 12 months.
• First Aid/CPR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality childcare and instruction.
• Develop and prepare lesson plans.
• Maintain accurate records as required.

Skills

Experience with children 0-5 yrs. old

Communication skills

Basic reading and writing

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

CDA preferred

Job description

CHILDCARE LEAD TEACHER

Cartwright School District's motto is "One Team, Una Familia!" which reflects our dedication to treating each child as a cherished family member. We are looking for self‑motivated and experienced workers with the same dedication.

JOB GOAL

Responsible for providing high quality childcare and instruction in a childcare setting, adhering to ADHS and Quality First codes and statutes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or G.E.D. is required, CDA is preferred
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint card required
• TB skin test within the past 12 months
• First Aid/CPR preferred
• Food Handler preferred
• At least 6-month experience with children 0-5 yrs. old in a licensed setting

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Develops, plans, and prepares developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned to AZ state standards.
• Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by state licensing, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Cooperates with the administration in planning and/or participating in appropriate in‑service training programs at a school or at the district level.
• Shares responsibility during the school day for the supervision of all students in all areas of the school.
• Continues professional growth and attends required trainings through attendance of in person or virtual professional development.
• Demonstrates awareness of Governing Board policies and State Statutes related to job responsibilities.
• Implements curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child.
• Supervises and leads children in all daily activities, including play time, centers, small groups, mealtime, rest time, and outdoor activities.
• Develops, plans, and prepares instructional aids/material for classroom activities.
• Complies with annual state licensing requirements and Quality First Best practices.
• Directs activities of the staff in the classroom to ensure that the classroom functions in an orderly manner.
• Cultivates positive relationships with families and team members.
• Ensures that appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained.
• Ensures appropriate communication with parents and teammates.
• Bending, carrying up to 40 pounds, lifting, pushing/pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, walking.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable Cartwright School District and departmental policies and procedures.
• Basic reading, writing and mathematical skills.
• Monitoring and assisting children with activities.
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• REPORTS TO: Site Administrator
• LOCATION: Cartwright Employee Childcare
• SUPERVISES: NA
• CALENDAR: 10 Month; 8 hours per day
• JOB CATEGORY: Classified
• BEGINNING SALARY: ESP Salary Schedule Column A; As approved by the Governing Board
• BENEFITS: As approved by the Governing Board
• FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
• DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Until filled