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Early Childhood Education - Teacher
Phoenix, AZ, USAReq #1465
Since 1971, A New Leaf has faithfully worked in service to our missionof Helping FamiliesChanging Lives, making a positive impact in the livesof more than 24,000 people each year in the Phoenix Metropolitan area.Services focus on HEALTH, HOUSING, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES, offering acontinuum of support to move households from crisis to long-term healthand stability.A New Leaf continues to grow to respond to needs in ourcommunity by developing comprehensive, relevant and effective servicesfor vulnerable and underserved families, children, and adults.
A New Leafs Phoenix Day has offered quality early education in SouthPhoenix for more than 100 years, providing a solid educationalfoundation for children ages 0-5 from low-income households.
The Early Childhood Education program focuses on each childs uniquecharacteristics, developmental needs, and interests to support theirgrowth and development. Our role is to facilitate, assess, support, andnurture each child in their personal growth and development by providingaccess to a child-centered, emergent curriculum, health care, nutritioneducation, and parenting support services.
Additionally, all classrooms are immersion-based bilingual environments,exposing children to Spanish and English. This mix of students offers adiversity of language, culture, and backgrounds greatly enriching theeducational experience for all children. Through Phoenix Day, A New Leafis bringing affordable, quality early childhood education to householdsacross South Phoenix.
Hourly Pay Rate: \$16
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 9:30am - 6pm
Location: Phoenix, AZ
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High School or GED required.
Bachelors in early education preferred
Experience:
Must have experience in early child daycare or school setting.
Primary Responsibilities:
Educate, supervise and care of children.
Assist in planning and preparing the environment and activities forchildren.
Assist with classroom education, assessments, and lesson planning.
Work directly with children in an instruction setting Prepare dailyreports, health checks and other documentation as required by thePhoenix Day program and other agencies CACFP, ADHS, etc.
Establish and maintain a rapport with parents.
Welcome and work with visitors and volunteers.
Ensure the safety of children at all times.
Clean up, diapering, potty-training of children if age appropriate
Serve meals and drinks to children.
Teach children healthy personal habits.
Compliance:
Must be able to pass various background checks.
Must pass pre-employment drug test
Valid Drivers License with reliable transportation
Current Auto Liability Insurance and Clean 39-Month Driving Record
Must Be At Least 21 Years of Age
We appreciate your interest in our organization. We consider applicantsfor all positions without regard to race, religion, color, creed,gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, orany other legally protected status.A New Leaf is an at-will employer.Any offer of employment with A New Leaf is contingent upon a successfulconsumer report to include verification of employment, education,criminal background search and driving records. A New Leaf is an EqualEmployment Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verifyprogram. A New Leaf participates in el program de E-Verify. EqualOpportunity Employer.
BENEFITS PACKAGE:All of our employees enjoy the following benefits:direct deposit, competitive pay, accrued sick time, Employee AssistanceProgram (EAP), annual team member appreciation event, informal, yetprofessional team environment.
Wellness Programwhich as received a Silver Level of excellence inworksite wellness by providing employees with Annual Biometrics, GymReimbursements, Wellness Initiatives, Workers Compensation improvements,and much more!
Forfull time employees, we also provide the following included inthe total compensation plan:
- Health/Dental/Vision Coverage
- Accrued Sick and Vacation Time
- Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance & 401(K)
- AD&D / Short Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement