Lead Teacher - Phoenix, AZ

Turnanewleaf; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization focused on empowering families is seeking a dedicated Toddler Lead Teacher to guide young learners. You will be responsible for ensuring a safe and nurturing environment while promoting early childhood development through engaging lesson plans. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma with a preference for a Bachelor's in Early Education, along with relevant experience in the classroom.

Benefits

Dental/Vision Coverage

401(K)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood development and/or education required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a lead supervisory teacher of young children.
• Knowledge of Arizona Early Learning Standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that children are safe at all times.
• Create and submit weekly lesson plans.
• Train and supervise assistant teachers.

Skills

Child Development

Communication

Supervision

Education

High School or GED

Bachelor’s in Early Education

Child Development Associate Certificate

Job description

Since 1971, A New Leaf has been dedicated to its mission of “Helping Families…Changing Lives,” making a positive impact on the lives of over 24,000 people annually in the Phoenix Metropolitan area. A New Leaf is committed to empowering individuals and enriching communities through transformative services. Guided by our core values—Compassion, Passion for Results, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, and Conscientiousness—we strive to create meaningful, lasting impacts in the communities we serve.

A New Leaf's Early Childhood Education Center in Phoenix is seeking a dedicated and experienced ToddlerLead Teacher to guide and inspire young learners in a nurturing environment.

Hourly Pay Rate: $18.25

Schedule:Monday - Friday; 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Location:Phoenix, AZ

*Required to complete our "New Hire Orientation" held on the first work week of employment, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm at our HR Campus in Mesa; subject to change upon completion of orientation requirements which may grant early release of orientation before Friday; orientation not offered evenings or weekends.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School or GED, required
• Bachelor’s in Early Education, preferred

Experience:

• Experience in early child development and/or education, required
• Minimum of a Child Development Associate Certificate and 2 years’ experience as a lead supervisory teacher of young children
• Knowledge of Arizona Early Learning Standards and Quality First! requirements (ECERS, ITERS and CLASS)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Ensure that children are safe at all times.
• Sanitize classroom furnishings, equipment, materials and learning supplies used in the classroom every day.
• Serve meals and drinks to children. Teach children healthy and personal habits.
• Build relationships with parents and families; greet parents and children each morning and at time of pick up and communicate all appropriate information.
• Complete intake and paperwork with parents and new children.
• Complete online developmental assessments for each child, review results with parents, and enter data into database for reference in individual learning plans and classroom planning.
• Create and submit weekly lessons plans.
• Complete required paperwork i.e. attendance, meal counts, daily reports, health checks, etc.
• Train, monitor and model appropriate language, behavior, and activities for children, teaching assistants and volunteers.
• Assure availability of classroom and materials needed to support curriculum and weekly scheduled activities and readiness of classroom for scheduled learning.
• Train and supervise assistant teachers. Complete performance reviews.
• Complete scheduling, coverage and breaks for assigned classroom.
• Approve timecards. Monitor and record training hours.

Compliance Requirements:

• Must be able to pass various background checks
• Must pass pre-employment drug test
• Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation
• Current Auto Liability Insurance
• Must Be At Least 18 Years of Age

We appreciate your interest in our organization. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

A New Leaf is an at-will employer. Any offer of employment with A New Leaf is contingent upon a successful consumer report, which includes verification of employment, education, criminal background search, and driving records.

A New Leaf is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

All of our employees enjoy the following benefits: direct deposit, competitive pay, accrued sick time, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), an annual team member appreciation event, and an informal yet professional team environment.

For full-time employees, we also provide the following as part of the total compensation plan: Dental/Vision Coverage, Accrued Sick and Vacation Time, Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, 401(K), Tuition Reimbursement, and a Wellness Program. This program has received a Silver Level of excellence in worksite wellness and includes Annual Biometrics, Gym Reimbursements, Wellness Initiatives, Workers Compensation improvements, and much more.