Teacher Assistant - Phoenix, AZ

A New Leaf's Early Childhood Education - Phoenix Day Program is hiring Assistant Teachers! Join us in building strong educational foundations for South Phoenix’s young learners. Help children gain the skills and confidence to succeed in school and beyond.  Our Phoenix Day Program has been a cornerstone in South Phoenix for over 100 years, dedicated to nurturing and empowering children from diverse backgrounds. Our mission is to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where young minds can grow and flourish.   What You’ll Do: Build Strong Foundations: Help children develop essential skills and confidence to thrive in school and beyond. Create a Positive Impact: Be a part of a supportive community focused on each child’s growth academically, socially, and emotionally. Engage Young Minds: Design and lead activities that inspire curiosity and foster a love of learning. Hourly Pay Rate: $14.70 Schedule: Monday - Friday; 9:30am - 6pm  Location: Phoenix, AZ  *Required to complete our "New Hire Orientation" held on the first work week of employment, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm at our HR Campus in Mesa; subject to change upon completion of orientation requirements which may grant early release of orientation before Friday; orientation not offered evenings or weekends.   QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred Experience: Experience working with young children preferred DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: Responsibilities will include but not limited to:   Assist in the education, supervision, and care of children  Assist in planning and preparing the environment and activities for children  Assist with classroom education, assessments and lesson planning  Work directly with children in an instruction setting  Prepare daily reports, health checks and documentation as required by the program  Establish and maintain a rapport with parents  Welcome and work with visitors and volunteers  Ensure the safety of children at all times  Clean up, diapering, potty training of children – if age appropriate  Serve meals and drinks to children  Teach children healthy personal habits  Adhere to all policies and procedures set forth by Phoenix Day  Assist in sanitizing of classroom, classroom materials, etc.  Attain a minimum 20 hours of training in required categories per ADHS, NAC, and Quality First!  Attend quarterly all staff meetings and promotional events  Other duties as assigned   Compliance/Requirements:       Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card  Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation  Current Auto Liability Insurance  39 Month Motor Vehicle Record

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