Posting Date
01 / 10 / 25
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled
Pay Range
40,000 - $57,500 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
Unclassified
Department
Human Services
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 welcoming classrooms are 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
- 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
About Us
The Early Education Division is dedicated to ensuring children have the knowledge and skills to be successful in school and life through service delivery to children and families in core areas of early learning, health, and family well-being while engaging parents as partners every step of the way. Head Start encompasses Head Start preschool programs, which primarily serve 3- and 4-year-old children, and Early Head Start programs for infants, toddlers, and pregnant women.
Be the spark that lights our children's future. Become an Early Head Start Teacher!
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balanceOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesMaricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe Require
Two years of experience teaching in a licensed childcare or public pre-kindergarten settingHigh school diploma or GEDAn Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field may substitute for up to 1 year of professional experienceWe Also Value
Experience in a public or non-profit settingExperience in Construction procurement and contract administrationExperience managing Job Order Contracts or Construction Manager at Risk contractsJob Contributions
Assumes responsibility for the supervision, care, and welfare of the classroom children, ages 1 to 3 years, to ensure their safety and well-being at all timesSupports and promotes each child's physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language developmentDevelops and maintains positive relationships with each family, site team members, community agencies, community partners, and grantee staff membersRespect and support the diverse cultural and family backgrounds and treat each child and parent as an individual; respect, values, and facilitate parent participation as equal partners in all aspects of Educational PlansDevelops and implements a multicultural and age-appropriate child education curriculum and experiences that utilize developmentally appropriate practices, which meet the needs and interests of students and comply with local and federal standardsEnsures 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 proceduresPrepares 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 informationCompletes formal developmental assessments on children with finalization / analysis and works with parents to develop an Education Plan based on these assessment resultsParticipates in the development and implementation of Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) for children with disabilities and plans classroom experiences to support the IFSP planCarries out authorized emergency and safety procedures and administers first aid and / or CPR in the classroom as neededWorking Conditions
Must complete a background check and fingerprint identification upon hire to secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance CardMust be able to pass a medical exam that includes screening for TB, as required by Federal and State regulations, to be free of communicable disease, and must have received the following vaccinations : (MMR) Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Tetanus if not current, to assure no significant risk exists to the health or safety of others.Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.Must obtain a CPR, first aid, and food handler's certification within six weeks of hireAbility to read, write, and speak Spanish may be required for some positionsThe position follows a full-year schedule that is typically comprised of 2,088 hours annuallyWork is performed in a classroom, playground, and office environment as assigned and is subject to change based on the program's needMay require travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles or private vehicles used on County businessMust be able to lift up to 40 poundsMust be able to stand, sit on the floor, and be indoors and outdoors for extended periodsPossible exposure to bodily fluids and infectious diseaseMay be required to fill in as a substitute staff member at another program siteBirth to Five site classrooms operate Monday through FridayLocations : Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Guadalupe, Gilbert, ScottsdaleSelection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Salary : $40,000 - $57,500
