Early Childhood Education Assistant Teacher

Hourly Pay Rate: $14.70

Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:30am - 5:00pm

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 required

Experience:

• Experience working with young children preferred

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: The purpose of this position is to support early childhood education activities in a classroom setting. 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
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation
• Current Auto Liability Insurance
• 39 Month Motor Vehicle Record

We appreciate your interest in our organization. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

A New Leaf is an at-will employer. Any offer of employment with A New Leaf is contingent upon a successful consumer report, which includes verification of employment, education, criminal background search, and driving records.

A New Leaf is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

All of our employees enjoy the following benefits: direct deposit, competitive pay, accrued sick time, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), an annual team member appreciation event, and an informal yet professional team environment.

For full-time employees, we also provide the following as part of the total compensation plan: Dental/Vision Coverage, Accrued Sick and Vacation Time, Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, 401(K), Tuition Reimbursement, and a Wellness Program. This program has received a Silver Level of excellence in worksite wellness and includes Annual Biometrics, Gym Reimbursements, Wellness Initiatives, Workers Compensation improvements, and much more.