Lead Teacher, Early Head Start — Flexible Schedule Benefits

Tutor Time Childcare; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Immediate access to benefits

Health programs

401(k) company match

Tuition reimbursement

Credential assistance

Master Teacher Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Arizona Early Head Start in Arizona is seeking a Lead Teacher to plan, assess, and instruct preschool children birth to 3 years old, aligning with Head Start requirements. The role emphasizes creating engaging learning experiences and mentoring fellow teachers.

We value energetic, dependable individuals aged 18+, with an Associate Degree or CDA, who can work indoors or outdoors with children and collaborate with families to promote early education and readiness for Kindergarten.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or CDA in Infant/Toddler.
• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead all planning, assessing and instruction based on each child’s needs and program requirements.
• Develop fun, interactive learning experiences and mentor fellow teachers.
• Lead classroom management and curriculum implementation per licensing guidelines and Head Start requirements.
• Communicate with enrolled and prospective families to promote child achievement and center success.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Family communication

Mentoring

Education

Associate Degree in ECE

CDA in Infant/Toddler

Job description

Arizona Early Head Start in Arizona is seeking a Lead Teacher to plan, assess, and instruct preschool children birth to 3 years old, aligning with Head Start requirements. The role emphasizes creating engaging learning experiences and mentoring fellow teachers.

We value energetic, dependable individuals aged 18+, with an Associate Degree or CDA, who can work indoors or outdoors with children and collaborate with families to promote early education and readiness for Kindergarten.