Lead Teacher 2 Year old

Acquire4Hire LLC

Tucson (AZ)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 28,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible schedule

Subsidized Medical Insurance

40 hours of accrued sick pay annually

Paid training opportunities andContinu

Paid Annual Early Childhood Conference

ECE Classes Reward paid with completed

Recruiting Cash Incentive

3-paid holidays/year

80 hrs of paid vacation after 12-个月

Quarterly Wellness paid day off

Birthday - paid day off

Bereavement paid leave

Child Care Scholarship available

Family oriented atmosphere- working in

Small classrooms

Low child- adult ratio

Job summary

The Erik Hite Foundation in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Lead Teacher to support its Child Development Center, serving families of first responders and military members with affordable care and flexible hours. The role involves daily classroom management, lesson planning, staff collaboration, and ensuring safety and age-appropriate activities for birth to 5-year-olds.

A strong commitment to teamwork and community service is essential.

Qualifications

Must be 21 years old or older.
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs and perform physical activities.
Full-time 35+ hours, Monday through Friday, with potential rotating Saturday shift.
Have a valid fingerprint clearance card.
TB Test Required.
Prefer an Associates or Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, or Child Development Associate.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a birth to 5 year old classroom.
CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain certification.
Prefer experience with AZ Learning Standards and Infant Toddler Guidelines for lesson planning and observation purposes.
Prefer experience with the Quality First program and ECERS and ITERS Rating scales, to ensure that Quality First guidelines are being followed.
Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Update Brightwheel daily.
Diaper Changing.
Document children's development in portfolios and keep parents and administration informed.
Conduct bi-annual parent/teacher conferences.
Attend training year round, completing a minimum of 30 hours per year.
Attend mandatory in-service days and staff meetings throughout the year.
Plan lessons with developmentally appropriate activities and prepare shopping lists for materials.
Monitor and lead classroom activities while ensuring age-appropriate environments.
Execute classroom management and supervision.
Evaluate and work closely with co-teacher (select classrooms).
Teach, guide and assist children with daily routines (diapering, hand washing, eating, etc.).
Ensure all materials, toys, and equipment are safe and clean.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Child development knowledge

Education

Associates or Bachelors in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate

Job description

About This Role

The Erik Hite Foundation is a non-profit organization that focuses on the support of the

The Erik Hite Foundation is a non-profit organization that focuses on the support of the families of the first responders and military members in our community. Our main program is the Child Development Center that serves these families with affordable fees and flexible hours. We are committed to partnering with families to provide the best care and beginning education for the children of our heroes. We want to serve and care for their families following godly principles close to the heart of Erik, as these men and women serve and protect our community.

What You’ll Do

Lead Teacher Job duties and responsibilities including but not limited to:

Update Brightwheel (Online Childcare Management Program) on a daily basis.
Diaper Changing.
Children's documentation in portfolios and keep parents and administration informed of the development of the children.
Conducting bi-annual parent/teacher conferences
Attend training year round, completing a minimum of 30 hours per year.
Attend mandatory in-service days and staff meetings throughout the year.
Lesson planning with developmentally appropriate activities. Ensure that a shopping list for needed materials for monthly lesson plans is turned into Program Director.
Monitor and lead classroom activities while encouraging and engaging with children. Making sure that classroom environments are age appropriate.
Execute classroom management and supervision
Evaluate and work closely with co‑teacher (Select classrooms)
Teach, guide and assist children with daily routines (diapering, hand washing, eating, etc…)
Ensure that all materials, toys, and equipment in the classroom are safe and free of hazards; while maintaining their cleanliness.

Requirements

Job Requirements: Including but not limited to:

21 years old and up
Ability to run, jump, bend, lift (at least 50lbs.), stand, sit on the floor, etc…
Full time 35+hrs- Monday through Friday with potentially a rotating Saturday shift
Have a valid fingerprint clearance card
TB Test Required
Prefer an Associates or Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or any related field, or Child Development Associate. Note: Applicants who are not enrolled in school, will be considered if an agreement to attend school for ECE or related field, upon hire.
A minimum of 1 year of experience in a birth to 5 year old classroom.
CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain certification.
Prefer experience with AZ Learning Standards and Infant Toddler Guidelines for lesson planning and observation purposes.
Prefer experience with the Quality First program and ECERS and ITERS Rating scales, to ensure that Quality First guidelines are being followed.
Ability to work as part of a team