Head Start Teacher

Maricopa County • Tempe, AZ

2d • $40,000 - $57,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to make a difference in a child’s life? As a Head Start Teacher , you will promote active learning in a preschool classroom by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, individualized experiences and creating a safe and nurturing environment for children. We will count on you to use cognitive-developmental approaches to enhance the students’ language and literacy skills. As a Head Start Teacher, you will also have the opportunity to plan and participate in parent education, parent engagement, and family support activities. We offer various classroom sites across the county. Our classrooms are welcoming and designed for interactive learning by children and their families. We offer a low teacher-to-student ratio of 1:10 with 20 students per classroom to provide the greatest opportunity for a healthy and effective learning environment. Did we mention that the county provides the supplies needed to support our teaching staff? We also offer to be part of a compassionate team of early education professionals who believe in the mission of preparing these children for future school success. Be the spark that lights our children’s path to success, and become a Head Start Teacher!

Requirements

• One year of experience teaching in a licensed childcare or public pre-kindergarten setting
• Associate's degree or higher in early childhood education, child development, or an equivalent college degree with 18 credits in early childhood education, child development, or infant/toddler development
• Background check and Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card upon hire
• Medical exam that includes screening for tuberculosis (TB) upon hire
• Must obtain a CPR, first aid, and food handler’s certification within six weeks of hire
• Ability to travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday using a private or County vehicle
• Ability to fill in as a substitute staff member at another program site occasionally
• Ability to stand, sit on the floor, be indoors/outdoors for extended periods, and lift up to 40 pounds
• Ability to work with children with special needs, IEPs, 504s, and various medical conditions

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or an equivalent college degree with 18 credits in early childhood education, child development or infant/toddler development
• Two or more years of experience teaching in a licensed childcare or pre-kindergarten setting
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for the supervision, care, and welfare of the classroom children to ensure their safety and well-being at all times
• Develops, organizes, and implements age-appropriate child education curriculum
• Plans classroom experiences that meet different developmental stages, interests, temperaments, learning styles, languages, and cultural backgrounds
• Develops and implements a multicultural curriculum that utilizes developmentally appropriate practices that meet the needs and interests of students
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and Office of Head Start Performance Standards regulations, Arizona licensing requirements, and program policies and procedures
• Respects, values, supports each child and family background and facilitates parent participation as equal partners in all aspects of the Educational Plans
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with each family, site team members, community agencies, community partners, and grantee staff members

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree