Lead Teacher Young Hearts Preschool

POSITION: Lead Teacher Young Hearts Preschool               

DEPARTMENT: Great Hearts, Young Hearts Preschools                           

LOCATION: Great Hearts Arizona - Varies                                       

REPORTS TO: School Director of Young Hearts Preschool

EEO Classification:

FLSA STATUS: Hourly Wage $16.75 - $17.30

Position  

The Lead Teacher at Young Hearts Preschool will report to the School Director.  The Lead Teacher will be responsible for all students assigned to them in the areas of education, supervision, assessment, and parent communication.

Job Details:  

• Responsible for all students assigned to them in the areas of education, supervision, assessment, and parent communication.

• Utilize the Creative Curriculum and the GOLD Assessment tool to execute lessons and assessments.

• Follow quality assurance measures to maintain excellence of program offerings, operations, and state licensure.

Company Description: 

• Young Hearts Preschool exists to build a strong foundation for students’ success in their educational journey.

• We inspire to instill the love of learning in our preschool students by providing a caring, learning environment in which they will flourish. We will teach in a manner which fosters self-confidence, the joy of childhood, critical thinking skills and elementary school readiness.

We will provide you:

• Full benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation, sick, and holidays

• Experience working in a high-quality preschool program

• Leadership and classroom management training

• Low teacher: student ratios

• Dailly paid planning time

• A career path for growth within Young Hearts

• A team that you can be proud of

Qualifications:

• Education:  CDA, Associates Degree or higher preferred

• 2+ years of teaching in a preschool or prekindergarten classroom

• Must be 18 years of age

• Must meet the qualifications of a Lead Teacher in accordance with the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Child Care Licensing

• Must possess or obtain a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card

• Must have a negative TB test

• Will be required to obtain CPR/First Aid certification upon hire.

To apply:  Candidates may apply online submit application materials including your resume, or by sending your resume to MRodriguez@GreatHeartsAZ.org

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.