Early Childhood Teacher - Phoenix, AZ
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Hourly Pay: $17.50
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Looking to make a meaningful impact in a child's early years? Join our Phoenix Day team where your care, creativity, and dedication shape the future-one child at a time. This is more than just a job-it's a chance to inspire, guide, and support children during their most important developmental years in a supportive, welcoming environment.
What You'll Do:
Your day will be filled with purpose as you:
- Supervise and engage with children in a safe, nurturing learning environment
- Assist in creating and preparing fun, educational activities
- Support children with basic needs including diapering, potty-training, and meals
- Help develop healthy routines and habits in children
- Assist with classroom assessments and curriculum planning
- Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized classroom
- Build strong relationships with families and communicate daily updates
- Welcome and collaborate with visitors, volunteers, and team members
- Participate in required staff training (20+ hours annually) and agency events
- Ensure all documentation meets Phoenix Day and state agency requirements
- Contribute to a team that values growth, learning, and compassionate care
Orientation Requirement
All new team members attend orientation during their first week:
Location: HR Campus, Mesa, AZ
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Early release may be granted upon completion of orientation. Please note: evenings/weekend orientation is not available.
Who You Are:
You're someone who loves working with children and is ready to bring patience, energy, and creativity to the classroom.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Completion of six DES Health & Safety training modules (or equivalent)
- At least 6 months of experience in a licensed early childhood setting
Other Requirements:
- Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto 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.
- Location:
- Phoenix
- Job Type:
- FullTime