Teacher

Summary

Who We Are 

The Young Mind Community Center (YMCC) is an inclusive preschool and community center for children with and without autism. We aim to set the standard for inclusive early childhood education and redefine early autism intervention. Our innovative and inclusive preschool serves children from 18 months to 5 years old. We are looking for a classroom teacher to join our team.  

 

What YMCC? 

• Transdisciplinary Model: As part of a team, the classroom teacher works collaboratively and closely with clinical psychologists, school psychologists, board certified behavior analysts, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and registered behavior technicians. 
• Coaching Culture: Fostering the personal growth of our team is central to our mission. Working closely with experts in other disciplines you will learn from specialists in behavior management, child development, language, and motors skills. 
• Low Student to Adult Ratio: We have a 3:1 student to adult ratio. Highly trained registered behavior technicians provide additional classroom support based on children’s level of need. 
• Family Partnership: Families are children’s first and most important caregivers, teachers, and advocates. To ensure optimal development, we partner with families to enhance parenting knowledge, skills, and self-confidence. 
• We pay well, have great benefits, and focus on personal and professional development. 
• We work really hard, persevere despite adversity, and choose courage over comfort. 
• And, we have a lot of fun! 
• We also expect the highest level of performance and dependability from all team members. If you’re interested in becoming the best version of yourself, this job is for you. 

We are always accepting applications for this role.

Duties

Primary Responsibilities 

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate activities and lesson plans that adhere to our center philosophy and are guided by the following curricula: Connect4Learning, Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies GOLD, Changemakers, Social Thinking, Zones of Regulation, Handwriting without Tears 
• Regularly assess, document, and monitor student progress 
• Tailor instruction to accommodate a variety of learning styles 
• Regular communication with parents, both informally (daily) and formally (progress report meetings)  
• Communicate with the Lead Teacher regarding all aspects of the children’s care as well as classroom management 
• Maintain an organized, efficient, attractive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that reflects the culture, needs, and interests of the group 
• Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs as well as their educational needs 
• Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best practices at all times 
• Ensure all licensing and NAEYC quality standards are upheld at all times 

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree 
• AZ Teaching Certificate in the area of Early Childhood Education (Birth-Age 8) OR Early Childhood Special Education (Birth-Age 8) OR certificate eligible (for out-of-state applicants) 
• AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card 

Benefits

Benefits 

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Excellent health insurance 
• Dental insurance 
• Vision insurance 
• 401K with up to 4% company match  
• 15 paid holidays 
• 25 days of paid time off (PTO) to start; additional 2 days/year thereafter 
• 5 paid personal/sick days  
• License and credential reimbursement 
• Professional development stipend 
• Regular internal professional development opportunities 
• Regular company-sponsored social events