Early Head Start Lead Teacher - Tutor Time, W Thunderbird Rd

Learning Care Group; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in early childhood education seeks a passionate Lead Teacher to inspire and support children ages birth to 3-years-old. Responsibilities include creating engaging educational experiences, managing classroom dynamics, and fostering relationships with families to enhance children's success. Ideal candidates hold an Associate’s Degree or CDA and have experience in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state and center requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of preschool children.
• Build relationships with families to promote child achievement.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Implementation

Communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA in Infant/Toddler

Job description

Arizona Early Head Start provides early education for children birth to 3-years-old, parent involvement and family support, and comprehensive health and nutrition education for children. The Lead Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing, and instructing based on the needs of each child and the requirements of the program. We want change makers who never stop being curious, inventive, and open-hearted to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond.

As a Lead Teacher, you’ll:

• Create! Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Care! Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class.
• Call the shots! Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation, plus be an expert on all licensing guidelines, company standards, and Head Start program requirements.
• Communicate! Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center’s success.

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have:

• Associate’s Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or CDA in Infant/Toddler
• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements.
• The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.