Experienced School Age Teacher - Part Time afternoon

Kids First Preschool and Child Care Center #2; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Job summary

Kids First Preschool and Child Care Center #2 in Tucson, AZ is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced School Age Teacher to join our team part-time in the afternoons.

You will supervise and engage school-age children, plan age-appropriate activities, support social and emotional development, and communicate with families to share daily progress in a caring, nurturing environment. This role offers a supportive workplace culture and opportunities to contribute to children's growth.

Qualifications

• Experience with school-age children in childcare or education is required.
• Familiarity with child development principles and age-appropriate programming.
• Strong classroom management and behavior guidance skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage school-age children in safe, structured afternoon programming
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities including homework help, arts and crafts, and recreation
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment supporting social and emotional development
• Communicate with parents and guardians about daily activities and child progress
• Ensure health, safety, and well-being of all children in care
• Collaborate with staff to maintain a nurturing childcare experience
• Maintain attendance records and comply with licensing standards

Skills

Experience with school-age children

Classroom management

Communication and teamwork

Education

Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms

About the Role:

Kids First Preschool and Child Care Center #2 in Tucson, AZ is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced School Age Teacher to join our team part-time in the afternoons! This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and engage school-age children in safe, structured afternoon programming
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities, including homework help, arts and crafts, and recreational play
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encourages social and emotional development
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding daily activities and child progress
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in your care
• Collaborate with fellow staff members to maintain a consistent and nurturing childcare experience
• Maintain accurate attendance records and adhere to licensing and compliance standards

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with school-age children in a childcare or educational setting
• Knowledge of child development principles and age-appropriate programming
• Strong classroom management and behavior guidance skills
• Current or ability to obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Reliable, patient, and passionate about working with children
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

About Us:

Kids First Preschool and Child Care Center #2 has been a trusted name in early childhood education in the Tucson, AZ community, dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for children. Families love us for our caring staff and commitment to each child's growth and development. Our team members enjoy a supportive workplace culture where their dedication to children is truly valued.