This position focuses on creating a safe, nurturing environment where 0- to 3-year-old children can enhance their development through active learning
Job Summary
This position focuses on creating a safe, nurturing environment where 0- to 3-year-old children can enhance their development through active learning.
The role includes planning parent education, participating in family support activities, and helping build stronger families within Maricopa County.
Employees receive comprehensive benefits including paid continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and a competitive health insurance plan with wellness incentives.
Matching Summary
This position focuses on creating a safe, nurturing environment where 0- to 3-year-old children can enhance their development through active learning.
Salary
Base: $45,500 - $64,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid CDA certification, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, $60 monthly wellness incentive
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Developmentally appropriate curriculum planning
Supervision of children ages 0 to 3 years
Parent involvement and family support activities
Compliance with federal Head Start standards
Individualized child observation and assessment
Nice-to-have
Spanish language proficiency
Commitment to diverse cultural backgrounds
Collaborative team environment participation
Experience with Individual Family Service Plans
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent
Six months of experience teaching in licensed childcare or pre-k setting
Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card from Arizona DPS
CPR, first aid, and food handler certification within six weeks
Reliable transportation for travel between county locations