Early Head Start Teacher

Maricopa County • Tempe, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to make a difference in a young child’s life? As an Early Head Start Teacher, you will provide active learning by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate individualized experiences and creating a safe and nurturing environment in which 0 to 3-year-old children can enhance their development and skills. You will also plan and participate in parent education, parent involvement, and family support activities. As an Early Head Start Teacher, you will help 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 1:4 with 8 students per classroom, to provide the greatest opportunity for a healthy and effective learning environment. Did we mention the County provides the supplies needed to support our teaching staff? We also offer being part of a compassionate team of early education professionals who believe in the mission of preparing these children for future school success. As a teacher, you will be excited to learn about other added benefits, including: 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. Candidates without required credentials are encouraged to apply for the Teaching Assistant while they earn their CDA. 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. Free Office of Head Start https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ohs membership Be the spark that lights our children’s future. Become an Early Head Start Teacher!

Requirements

• 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, OR High school diploma or GED AND Currently enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree to be completed within six months of hire, OR Currently enrolled in a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential program upon hire to be completed within six months of hire, OR Currently possess an Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
• One year of experience teaching in a licensed childcare or public pre-kindergarten setting
• 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 have reliable transportation and have the ability to travel from different county locations as required
• Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish may be required for some positions

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for the supervision, care, and welfare of the classroom children, ages 0 to 3 years, to ensure their safety and well-being at all times
• Supports and promotes each child’s physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language development
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with each family, site team members, community agencies, community partners, and grantee staff members
• Respects and supports the diverse cultural and family backgrounds and treats each child and parent as an individual; respects, values, and facilitates parent participation as equal partners in all aspects of Educational Plans
• Develops and implements a multicultural and age-appropriate child education curriculum and experiences that utilizes developmentally appropriate practices, which meet the needs and interests of students and complies with local and federal standards
• Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including the Office of Head Start Performance Standards; Arizona licensing requirements, Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines, and CACFP record keeping, and County program policies and procedures
• Prepares and maintains accurate records that evaluate ongoing observations of each child’s growth and development; these records include child health records, child observation, individualization, lesson plans, attendance, meal counts, parent involvement, family support, and additional items as directed while maintaining the confidentiality of child, family, and program information
• Completes formal developmental assessments on children with finalization/analysis and works with parents to develop an Education Plan based on these assessment results
• Participates in the development and implementation of Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) for children with disabilities and plans classroom experiences to support the IFSP plan
• Carries out authorized emergency and safety procedures and administers first aid and/or CPR in the classroom as needed

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!
• Our health insurance plans are more than competitive, with the option to earn a wellness incentive payback of $60 per month
• Free Office of Head Start https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ohs membership
• 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: Associate degree