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TEACHERS and LEAD TEACHERS - Early Childhood

The Teacher-Lead is responsible for the overall management of the classroom. Coordinates the care and education of young children by planning and implementing a program that meets the standards of the Academy for Early Childhood Program Accreditation outlined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and other regulatory agencies such as Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and Maricopa County Health Department (MCHD) for a specific age group. Maintains and utilizes equipment and materials in all outdoor and indoor learning center activities. Provides guidance and supervision for Teachers, Assistant Teachers, Interns, and Volunteers. Supports parents by establishing a partnership of mutual concern and respect for each child.

• Plan and implement curriculum to meet NAEYC criteria. Evaluate children's abilities and developmental needs; communicate effectively with children and parents and address ways to support transitions between home and center.
• Conduct daily observations to ensure that each child is observed weekly as demonstrated by documentation and use of anecdotal and developmental checklists for planning, portfolios, and assessment for each child in the fall, winter, and spring. Communication notes are completed daily for each child and presented to parents. A classroom journal is used to document relevant information for classroom staff. Conferences are held with parents in the fall, winter, and spring, and goals are mutually defined. Parents are consulted about their child's needs, and careful follow-through will occur promptly through written and verbal communication. Information relevant to the classroom, such as teacher absences and contagious diseases, is posted as needed. Written, age-appropriate, and culturally sensitive activity plans are completed and submitted to the coordinator and are posted within specified time frames as evidenced by observation and audit. Plans will include field trips, intergenerational experiences, and any approved videotapes and playground activities as demonstrated by the audit. Listens attentively to children and clearly responds to their questions and requests.Encourages children of all ages to use language by clearly repeating their sounds, asking open-ended questions, and providing opportunities for positive interaction and dialogue throughout their day.
• Coordinate with all staff to meet center goals for keeping the environment safe, clean, healthy, and organized per the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS).
• Participate in problem-solving and implement procedures to meet these goals throughout the day by sweeping inside and out, cleaning and sanitizing chairs and tables, children's bathrooms, carpet upkeep, and sanitation of equipment and materials as demonstrated by observation and audit. Playground and Classroom environment, including the teacher supply closet, shed, cabinets, countertops, and equipment and materials, are organized and clutter-free. Playground safety checklists are completed and submitted daily. Verbally notify the coordinator, manager, and director immediately of any safety concerns.
• Help orient, guide, and evaluate the Assistants, Teachers, Interns, or volunteers and act as a role model, especially in the areas of health, safety, and child guidance. Coordinate with all coordinators to complete assigned projects or tasks. Ensure that all staff practice appropriate guidance for the age group assigned and that respect and caring are demonstrated for each child at all times.
• Assist with the purchase of supplies, input of data into the computer, van upkeep, census reports, and other assigned projects with accuracy and promptness. Ensures that attendance rosters and flash counts are maintained as required from the beginning to the end of the day and submitted to the coordinator.Ensures that all staff follows the CACFP guidelines regarding time of meal service, appropriate portion size, and recording of all meals at the time of service.Ensures that all staff is made aware of the needs of children who require special care, including those with Individual Educational Plans (IEP) and medical needs. A practical framework for classroom guidance and discipline consists of standards of behavior and courtesy, stemming from a foundation of respect and caring for each child, using guidance and discipline techniques plus health and safety guidelines from ADHS and NAEYC. Children will be kept clean within reason of activity; health habits and rules will be stringently followed. Effectively supervises children by sight and sound both inside and outside the classroom at all timesPerformance evaluation of the Assistant, Interns, Volunteers, and Teachers will be provided to the manager or director as required.
• May act as daily coordinator for the center on a rotating basis as assigned. Coordinates staffing by ensuring that teacher/child ratios are always compliant. Plans for staffing for the following day. Covers breaks as necessary and responds to time-off requests on time.
• Maintain sick/absence communications to teachers and manage ill/injured children per established guidelines. Monitor compliance with governing regulations as indicated by documentation. Collect data reports and ensure classroom paperwork is completed in accordance with procedures. Communicate with the coordinator, manager, director, and parents to resolve issues. Answers telephones in the reception area as needed.Coordinates field trips in compliance with established guidelines.Provides written documentation of significant events, e.g., illness, parent complaints, safety concerns, injuries, etc., and follows appropriate procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED and one of the following:
• (a) Current Child Development Associate (CDA) from the Council for Professional Recognition or
• (b) Early Childhood Certificate from an accredited college with 1-2 years teaching experience, or
• (c) Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field such as Human Development, or Family Studies or Child Care Administration, or
• (d) Successful completion of related Associate's Degree qualifying coursework as evidenced by a written qualifying statement from the accredited college that coursework is completed
• 1 to 2 years as a teacher or equivalent
• Current Child Care First Aid within 7 days of the date of hire into position 7 Days
• Fingerprint Clearance Card - State Current Arizona Dept. of Health Services Fingerprint Clearance Card Upon Hire
• Food Service\Food Handlers Card - Food Handlers Card Current Food handlers card within 7 days of employment

Other:

For those Teacher Lead positions that will be required to drive HonorHealth vehicles, the incumbent must have a clean driving record as defined by HonorHealth Network Driver Qualification Policy Q-359 (available upon request) and meet the following:

1) Must Be at least 21 years of age
2) Provide a current and valid Arizona driver's license
3) Have a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) from the Department of Motor Vehicles obtained and reviewed by Human Resources
4) Successfully complete the next available, quarterly conducted, in-house training HonorHealth Defensive Driving Course and provide a certificate of completion.
Driver License Required

Excellent Employee Benefits:

• Up to $10,000 for a 2-year commitment and $5,000 for a 1-year commitment*
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Health, Dental, Vision and
• Pet insurance coverage
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Tuition assistance up to $5,250 per year for full-time and part-time employees
• Collaborative and fun teams!

*terrms and conditions apply

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