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　　Phoenix Day - Lead Teacher

　　Phoenix, AZ, USAReq #1492

　　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: \$21.25

　　Schedule: Monday - Friday; 9:30am - 6:00pm

　　Location: Phoenix, AZ

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　Education:

　　High School or GED, required.

　　Bachelors in Early Education, required

　　Experience:

　　Experience in early child development and/or education, required

　　Minimum of a Child Development Associate Certificate and 2 yearsexperience as a lead supervisory teacher of young children

　　Knowledge of Arizona Early Learning Standards and application inclassroom planning

　　Knowledge of Quality First! requirements (ECERS, ITERS and CLASS)

　　Demonstrated ability to enter information into database andinterpret/communicate developmental assessment results

　　Excellent leadership and communication skills

　　DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Ensure that children are safe at all times.

　　Sanitize classroom furnishings, equipment, materials and learningsupplies used in the classroom every day.

　　Build relationships with parents and families; greet parents andchildren each morning and at time of pick up and communicate allappropriate information.

　　Complete intake and paperwork with parents and new children.

　　Complete online developmental assessments for each child, review resultswith parents, and enter data into database for reference in individuallearning 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 activitiesfor children, teaching assistants and volunteers.

　　Assure availability of classroom and materials needed to supportcurriculum and weekly scheduled activities and readiness of classroomfor 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.

　　Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card

　　Must Be At Least 18 Years of Age

　　We appreciate your intere t 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