Lincoln Learning Assistant Teacher

89 Desert Mission • Lincoln, AZ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting the other teaching staff in the care, supervision, health and safety of children in one specific age group or multi-age groupings. Performs duties as planned in co-operation with the Lead Teacher or Teacher in charge, in accordance to the guidelines and standards of AZ Dept of Health Services (ADHS), Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), and the Academy for Early Childhood Program Accreditation outlined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Co-ordinates with the Lead Teacher or Teacher in the care, organization and cleanliness of the indoor/outdoor equipment and materials.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED - Required
• 6 months experience working with children - Required
• State Current Arizona Dept. of Health Services Fingerprint Clearance Card Upon Hire - Required
• Current Child Care First Aid within 1 week of date of hire into position - Required
• Food Handlers card required within 7 days of employment - Required
• For those Assistant Teacher positions that will be required to drive HonorHealth vehicles, 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. - Required

Nice To Haves

• Completion of basic child development class or early childhood development class - Preferred
• 6 months experience working with children in a licensed childcare facility - Preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of age-appropriate curriculum.
• Participates in co-operation with the other teaching staff in providing input for planning and implementing a curriculum that meets the criteria of National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) as demonstrated by observation and documentation.
• Plans and maintains schedules and routines.
• Assists in providing a safe, stimulating physical environment.
• Coordinates with all staff to meet center goals to keep the environment safe, clean, healthy and organized per Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) guidelines as demonstrated by observation and feedback.
• Participate in the maintenance and arrangement of all classroom and playground equipment and materials as demonstrated by documentation and observation.
• Maintains communication with parents, children, and staff.
• Listens attentively to children, 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.
• Practices appropriate guidance and discipline techniques as outlined by ADHS and NAEYC.
• Assists in ensuring that attendance rosters, flash counts are maintained as required from the beginning to the end of the day and submitted to the coordinator.
• Assists in ensuring that all staff is made aware of the needs of children who require special care including those with individual education plans (IEPs) and medical needs.
• Communicates clearly and tactfully, both orally and in writing, with co-workers, parents and other customers.

Benefits

• Great care starts with great people. (Like you.) At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.
• We're all in for your career.

What This Job Offers

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