Lead PreK Teacher

Little Sprout Preschool; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Little Sprout Preschool in Phoenix seeks a full-time teacher to support children ages 3 to 6. You will implement the curriculum, coach peers, and lead activities that foster social, cognitive, and emotional growth.

We offer a positive, collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and year-round engagement through optional summer work. Join a caring team that values communication with families and adherence to safety and state guidelines.

Qualifications

• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• Must clear full background check and health screening.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Minimum 2 years of professional childcare experience in a group setting.
• Strong oral and written communication; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement provided educational curriculum in collaboration with teaching staff, incorporating flexibility for teacher input.
• Set an example of excellence and encourage the teaching team to strive for success through coaching and mentorship.
• Develop and lead engaging activities to promote social, cognitive, and emotional growth in children.
• Maintain open communication with parents through regular discussions, Brightwheel interactions, and parent-teacher conferences as needed.
• Ensure compliance with center policies and state regulations at all times.
• Establish and maintain a healthy classroom environment, prioritizing hygiene, cleanliness, and safety standards.
• Supervise teacher assistants to ensure adherence to planned activities, safety standards, and best practices.
• Manage accurate records, forms, and files to maintain organizational standards.
• Develop a personal professional development plan to drive continuous quality improvement.
• Participate in regular team meetings and staff bonding events to foster a sense of community.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Understanding of child development

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are a teacher-led preschool dedicated to providing a developmentally appropriate environment for children age 3 to 6 years old. Our academic program offers a balance of curriculum and play-based opportunities, preparing students for kindergarten with a well-rounded education. We have a supportive and caring culture, and we're seeking a candidate who fits our mindset.

This is a full-time position for the academic year, with optional summer camp opportunities for year-round work. We offer a positive, fun, and educational environment for our staff and students.

We're looking for a motivated and team-oriented individual with a passion for early childhood education. If you're a great communicator and team player, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Implement provided educational curriculum in collaboration with teaching staff, incorporating flexibility for teacher input.
• Set an example of excellence and encourage the teaching team to strive for success through coaching and mentorship.
• Develop and lead engaging activities to promote social, cognitive, and emotional growth in children.
• Maintain open communication with parents through regular discussions, Brightwheel interactions, and parent-teacher conferences as needed.
• Ensure compliance with center policies and state regulations at all times.
• Establish and maintain a healthy classroom environment, prioritizing hygiene, cleanliness, and safety standards.
• Supervise teacher assistants to ensure adherence to planned activities, safety standards, and best practices.
• Manage accurate records, forms, and files to maintain organizational standards.
• Develop a personal professional development plan to drive continuous quality improvement.
• Participate in regular team meetings and staff bonding events to foster a sense of community.

Requirements

• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card, current
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional childcare experience in a GROUP setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.

Nice To Have

• Knowledge of Singapore math concrete concepts
• Knowledge of Spalding
• Knowledge of Core Knowledge for Preschool curriculum
• Contracted from August - May with summer hours for June and July available as needed or take the summer off. Will offer a mid-year contract for a later start date.
• Employee contributed 401K plan.
• PTO earned and used for any reason.
• We follow the PVUSD school calendar so you can be off at the same time if you have a school age child. Work winter break, spring break or take it off.
• Paid holidays
• Friyay - a policy offering early leave on Friday's as long as the classroom meets specified criteria.
• Preschool sponsored team bonding events
• Monday - Friday 8am - 3pm
• We work for great families, and we have a great team delivering an education to children in our community.

Minimum Education : High School or Equivalent