Head Start Teacher: Inspire Young Minds & Grow Your Career

Southwest Human Development, Incorporated.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

401(k) employer contribution

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Southwest Human Development, Incorporated. in Phoenix is seeking a Head Start Teacher to lead our early childhood program and foster a nurturing environment where children can thrive.

SWHD provides teachers with fully stocked classrooms and ongoing professional development, ensuring you have time and resources to support children's growth. Join a team committed to making a lasting impact in our community.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in early childhood education, child development, or family studies or BA/BS in a related field with a minimum of 18 college credits in early childhood education, child development, or family studies
• 6 months of preschool experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

• Instruct children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth.
• Create a fun and safe learning environment along with promoting early education and literacy.
• Create lesson plans and adapt available teaching methods to meet the interests and needs of the children.
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents.
• Communicate with parents on the growth and progress of their students or children.
• Maintain the health and safety of all students.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by the State of Arizona and Federal Office of Head Start.

Skills

Staff supervision (preferred)

Bilingual English/Spanish (plus)

Education

Associate's degree in ECE/CD/FS

BA/BS in related field + 18 credits in ECE/CD/FS

Job description

Southwest Human Development, Incorporated. in Phoenix is seeking a Head Start Teacher to lead our early childhood program and foster a nurturing environment where children can thrive.

SWHD provides teachers with fully stocked classrooms and ongoing professional development, ensuring you have time and resources to support children's growth. Join a team committed to making a lasting impact in our community.