Preschool Teacher

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); Eloy (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Holiday

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) in Eloy seeks a dedicated Preschool Teacher to support children's development aged 3-5. This role involves providing quality education, ensuring safety, and preparing children for school success.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and have experience working with preschool-aged children. CPLC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and wellness rewards.

Qualifications

• Minimum six-month experience in teaching preschool aged children.
• Education obtained from an accredited organization for equivalency.
• Ability to implement various early childhood educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Promote school readiness and provide quality education to children.
• Supervise children at all times to ensure safety.
• Maintain health and safety regulations for the learning environment.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Basic computer skills

Experience with culturally diverse families

Education

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or ECE

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

CPLC's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs are committed to giving every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, an opportunity to succeed in school and life. Provides full-day, full-year early childhood development services to low income children, ages 0‑3 years, and their families in educationally-stimulating learning environments. The Migrant Head Start program provides full-day, full-year program services to children, ages 0‑5 years, of migrant and seasonal farm and agriculture working families where hand‑picked and row crops are prevalent.

Objective And Position Summary

The Preschool Teacher is responsible to promote school readiness by preparing children and families for school success and life success as it relates to this position. The role is to provide high quality developmentally appropriate care and education for children age 3‑5 in a center‑based classroom in the CPLC ECD Program. Work as part of a center based inter‑disciplinary team to support the child in all areas of development while providing education, disabilities, health and social service support to families. Abide by all state and federal regulations that apply to care and education of young children including the revised Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS), Head Start Act, Arizona Department of Health Services Bureau of Child Care Licensing, Office of Head Start Initiatives and ECD Content Area Plans and Procedures. Actively supervise children by sight and sound at all times and in all environments. Maintain all health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment. Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in the school bus, outdoor and indoor environments.

Minimum Qualifications And Competencies

• An Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education
• A Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education (ECE) or coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education in a related field
• Six‑month experience in teaching preschool aged children

Preferred Qualifications

• Baccalaureate or advanced major in ECE or a related degree to early childhood education and experience teaching preschool age children.
• Internal Candidate with AA in ECE or a related degree to early childhood education and experience teaching preschool age children.

NOTE:

Education obtained outside of the United States of America (USA) and from another country must be evaluated from an accredited organization to determine equivalency to USA education status.

Other Requirements

• Bilingual Spanish/English (Preferred)
• Ages & Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) screening, implementing Program for Infant Toddler Caregivers (PITC), Center on Social & Emotional Foundation Early Learning Center (CSEFEL), Pyramid Model, Infant Toddler Environment Rating Scales (ITERS), and Toddler Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) (Preferred)
• Experience working with culturally diverse and low‑income families (Preferred)
• Applicant must have basic keyboard skills and be able to use computer, computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Office, Adobe) and web‑based systems.

We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that's why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits to serve you and your family.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection & Voluntary Benefits

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.