Assistant Teacher Floater

Maricopa County • Mesa, AZ

1d • $16 - $22

About The Position

Do you want to make a difference in a child’s life? As a Floater Assistant Teacher, you will support Birth to Five or Head Start teaching teams in implementing active learning and ongoing assessment of development for preschool-age children. We will count on you to engage in developmentally appropriate individualized experiences and create a safe and nurturing environment. As a Floater Assistant Teacher, you will be part of a team that helps build stronger families and brighter tomorrows for our youngest residents of Maricopa 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 Head Start classroom, to provide the greatest opportunity for a healthy and effective learning environment. Did we mention the County provides all supplies and equipment 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. As a Floater Assistant Teacher, you will be eligible for a vast array of benefits, including but not limited to: • Paid continuing education, professional development, and tuition reimbursement • Paid Child Development Association Certification (CDA) that you can earn on the job! With this certification, you can grow in your Head Start career by advancing into teaching positions • Amazing health and wellness programs, including Pet Insurance! Our health insurance plans are more than competitive, with the option to earn a wellness incentive payback of $60 per month Be the spark that lights our children’s future, become an Assistant Teacher!

Requirements

• Six months of experience working with young children aged birth to 5 OR Six months of practicum hours through an early childhood education program OR Six months of volunteering in an Early Head Start/Head Start program
• High school diploma or GED
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license by the time of hire
• Must secure a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card through the Arizona Department of Public Safety
• Must complete a medical exam that includes screening for tuberculosis (TB)
• Must obtain a CPR, first aid, and food handler’s certification within six weeks of hire
• Must complete Child Development Association Certification (CDA) within two years of hire. Maricopa County will cover the costs of CDA courses and testing fees for certification. On-site coaching and support and paid time to work on courses and other certification requirements will be available

Nice To Haves

• Current or former Early Head Start and Head Start parents
• One year of work experience in a licensed childcare facility (age birth to 5) or practicum hours through an early childhood education program or volunteering in an Early Head Start/Head Start program or any combination
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

• Supervise children at all times in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and Program policies to ensure their safety and well-being
• Maintain a safe and healthy indoor/outdoor classroom environment per program policies and procedures
• Navigate and utilize a variety of digital platforms and applications for data entry, documentation, and communication
• Assist the Teacher in the planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating developmentally appropriate and educationally enriching early childhood activities in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, childcare licensing, and program policies and procedures
• Support and promote each child’s physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language development
• Completion and entry of child assessment level observations and developmentally appropriate screenings and other data entry
• Assist the Teacher in conducting family orientations, parent/teacher conferences, and home visits
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with each family, site team members, community agencies, community partners, and grant staff members
• Stay current on educational techniques and developmentally appropriate practices relating to early childhood development
• Work effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, and those with disabilities and special needs

Benefits

• Paid continuing education, professional development, and tuition reimbursement
• Paid Child Development Association Certification (CDA) that you can earn on the job!
• Amazing health and wellness programs, including Pet Insurance!
• Competitive health insurance plans with the option to earn a wellness incentive payback of $60 per month
• Work with a greater purpose
• 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, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED