Preschool Afternoon Teacher

Camelback Holistic Preschool is Arizona’s first Holistic preschool. We focus on offering every student an exceptional personalized, developmentally and culturally appropriate education, which fosters social/emotional, intellectual, and physical growth while providing a foundation for a life-long love of learning.

We strive to provide our staff with a warm, engaging, and supportive atmosphere that ensures your success. We regard our teachers as professionals who are respected and encouraged toward excellence every day. Our teachers are the backbone of our school. If you are passionate about positively impacting the lives of others and making a difference in the field of early childhood, this important role might be right for you!

View our website at: camelbackpreschool.com

Job Responsibilities:

• Engaging with and caring for young children.


• Assisting the lead teacher with transitions, whole group activities, small group activities, and playground time.


• Oversee or create lessons at the beginning or end of the day.


• Keeping the classrooms clean and organized.


• Serving meals and snacks and following rules for serving food safely.


• Helping children with potty and hand washing.


• Have a positive attitude and be a team player.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least six months of early childhood experience required with an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices and the ability to ensure its use in the classroom.

• A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference.

• Energetic and excited about working with kids.

• Level one fingerprint clearance card (must have valid card prior to working).

• Clear TB test within the past 12 months (can be obtained prior to starting).

• Must meet state specific guidelines for the role.

• Must be physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors. Must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, engage in physical activity with children, and be on your feet and moving the majority of the day.

• Ability to speak, read, and write English

• Must be vaccinated for COVID-19 or be willing to get vaccinated

This is an excellent position for an aspiring teacher or a seasoned preschool teacher. We offer highly competitive wages, staff to student ratios below the state requirements, and excellent training.

The right candidate will be energetic and experienced in developing safe, fun, and nurturing environments for children and their families. Since children's needs are constantly changing, you must also be highly organized, flexible, and able to demonstrate compassion and patience at all times. Strong ability to manage a classroom of young children required. Please submit a resume and brief cover letter sharing why you would excel in this position for consideration.

CHP’s holistic philosophy focuses on growth for the whole child – meaning their cognitive, physical, and social/emotional well-being are all viewed as equally important in a child’s developmental growth. Methodologies are viewed as tools in a teacher’s toolbox rather than imperatives to be followed at all times. Students and their interests can drive and inform our teaching, but it is the responsibility of the teacher as the expert in the classroom to guide the students toward growth. We believe in a structured and organized classroom environment, so that young children can predict and understand their daily schedule. The directors are there to guide and help teachers so that they have the methods and skills to drive student success.

At Camelback Holistic Preschool, we believe the teacher, their knowledge, and their experience are the backbone of a successful classroom. We respect and value our teachers as professionals and are looking for a top-quality educator to fill this role. The ideal candidate will have a true desire to grow their career in early childhood education. For applicants working toward a career in public education, our hands-on training program will provide you with experience and knowledge that will help you stand out among other candidates. We maintain the highest standards of quality care and education and believe strongly in developing talent and supporting our staff every step of the way.

Keywords: Daycare, Preschool Teacher, Child Care, Preschool, Teacher Assistant, Teacher, Education, Lead Teacher, School, Toddler,

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off


• Professional development assistance


• Healthcare/Dental Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift


• Day shift


• Monday to Friday


• On call

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Classroom Childcare: 1 year (Required)