Preschool Teacher assistant Mon-Fri from 8 am-1 pm

Summary

We seek to change the lives of our students, families, and surrounding community by preparing children to start schools successfully with habits and values that will empower them to thrive throughout their lives. 

In addition to serving alongside talented and committed professionals, Ark of Learning Preschool team members receive competitive compensation with opportunities for performance bonuses, flexible schedules, paid holidays, and college scholarships for continuing studies in Early Childhood Education. In this role you will:

• Assist with instruction of children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth.
• Foster and help promote a fun and safe learning environment along with promoting early education and literacy.
• Assists with the implementation of lesson plans and adapt available teaching methods to meet the interests and needs of the children.
• Assists with developing schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents.
• Communicate with parents on the growth and progress of their students or children.
• Maintain the health and safety of all students.

What it takes:

• HS/GED
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in Early Childhood Education.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency is a plus, but not required.
• CPR/First Aid certification (training can be provided after hire)
• Food Handlers Card
• Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card OR must qualify for a valid Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.

Duties

• Assist with instruction of children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth.
• Help maintain areas clean
• Foster and help promote a fun and safe learning environment along with promoting early education and literacy.
• Assists with the implementation of lesson plans and adapt available teaching methods to meet the interests and needs of the children.
• Assists with developing schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents.
• Communicate with parents on the growth and progress of their students or children.
• Maintain the health and safety of all students.

Requirements

• HS/GED
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in Early Childhood Education.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency is a plus, but not required.
• CPR/First Aid certification (training can be provided after hire)
• Food Handlers Card
• 2 professional references
• Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card OR must qualify for a valid Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish Speaking
• CDA

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• great environment that promotes professional and personal growth