Since 1977, Child Crisis Arizona has been a symbol of hope, responding to the call of our community to prevent and intervene in child abuse and neglect. With unwavering dedication, we have nurtured and strengthened families, evolving our programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. Our mission is to provide children and youth in Arizona a safe environment, free from abuse and… neglect by creating strong and successful families.
Our Preschool programs are ready to hire Teacher Is to join the team in our Early Education Services Department.
We are looking for compassionate, energetic, and dependable individuals who are committed to building a classroom of learning for children receiving services.
In this role, you will be supporting classrooms at both our Phoenix and Mesa sites, by supporting classroom teachers in providing a fun and positive classroom setting as well as a safe and secure environment for children. Play will guide your day as you assist in creating energetic classrooms filled with activities that meet the needs of childrens interests and differing skills. You will encourage responsibility, independence, and problem-solving through open-ended questions while assisting in maintaining clean and organized classrooms. Meal times are a regular routine that allows you to help facilitate a variety of self-help skills while ensuring accurate documentation of the CACFP meal program.
To be considered you must have:
• Spanish/English bilingual capabilities
• Child Development Associates Credential or equivalent
• 1 year of related experience
• A level one fingerprint clearance card or the ability to obtain one prior to starting
You are a star candidate if you have the above, and:
• Demonstrate centers expectations for sensitivity and competency relating to diversity and cultural awareness.
• Speak with children in a friendly, positive, courteous manner while listening to children with attention and respect to create a positive learning environment where routines are established through trust.
• CPR & First Aid
• Food Handlers Card
• Dedicated to contributing to a culture of kindness with children in care
As a valued member of our team, Child Crisis Arizona will provide you:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Heath Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401K with company match
• Generous amount of PTO
• Staff Appreciation Activities
• Training and ongoing professional development opportunities
• **Actual Pay Rates are based on Education and Experience
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl,talk, hear, taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions
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