(Glendale) Preschool Assistant Teacher (July Start)

This listing was posted on ApplicantPRO.

(Glendale) Preschool Assistant Teacher (July Start)

Location:

Glendale, AZ

Description:

Sun Valley Education Preschool Assistant Teacher Location: Glendale Job Type: Full-time Salary Range: $16.00 per hour About Us Sun Valley Academy is a premier charter school district serving students in the Avondale and South Mountain communities. We believe in educating the whole child by focusing on academics, leadership development, community involvement, extracurricular activities, and creating a nurturing environment. As a Leader in Me School, our students begin learning and implementing leadership principles in Kindergarten and continue throughout their academic career. At Sun Valley Academy, we celebrate and promote diversity and inclusion, build community partnerships, and seek sustainable practices to preserve our environment. About You Our New SVA Team Member! You are a nurturing health care provider who is looking to grow your career with an expanding organization. You are a talented team player who loves working with students. You enjoy making a difference in the lives of children and you thrive in a fast-paced environment! Not only are you a highly qualified, motivated, self-starter; you will work well with others, seek solutions to challenges, and provide a loving and warm environment for our students. What We Offer You At SVA, we offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a warm and loving environment, opportunities to lead after school clubs and programs, and future growth opportunities. How You Will Make a Difference at Sun Valley Academy As the Preschool Assistant Teacher, you be under the direction of the Preschool Lead Teacher . You will be responsible for the supervision and coordination of the preschool program and children. The Assistant Teacher is responsible for helping with the planning and organizing of all daily activities and weekly lesson planning. In addition, the Assistant Teacher is responsible to help plan events. You will also: Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences. Possess knowledge and understanding of preschool aged children as well as have an awareness of the unique needs of young children and have appropriate expectations of their abilities. Be a self-starter and perform duties and job functions with little supervision. Possess the ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Possess the ability to follow written and oral direction. Must have excellent customer service skills which include being able to handle any questions that arise with the public by answering them or by giving them the proper directions for the answer. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be actively working towards an ECE Certification, CDA or degree. Submit to various background checks. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have a minimum of 6 months of previous experience working with preschool-aged children . Must have a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card or apply for one before hire. Must complete a Tuberculosis test that is negative and provide documentation from a physician on or before your start date. Must maintain CPR/First-Aide certification. Must attend school functions and meetings outside of regular work hours as needed. Must register with the AZ Registry upon hire. Must be mentally and physically capable of caring for a large group of children alone in a classroom. Must be proficient in Microsoft programs. Must attend all trainings to fulfill licensure training credits annually. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide a warm and caring atmosphere for children and families. Responsible for all activity and room preparations for the program. Keep the classroom orderly and well-inventoried. Request and submit supply orders to the Director for approval. Ensure that safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs a well as their educational needs. Maintain a safe environment for participants by supervising them at all times. Maintain proper Ratio's at all times. Ensure that all staff are positioned in a manner to view the children at all times. Assist children with activities of daily life (hand washing, family style meals, taking care of their environment, etc.). Help to create lesson plans using the school format that aligns with our curriculum at a minimum of 1 week in advance. Prepare activities that are developmentally appropriate for the age of the children. Engage children in activities and play that stimulate their development. Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best practice methods at all times. Be a positive role model for all caregiving staff and children. Maintain open communication between preschool staff and school personnel. Establish a professional level of rapport with each family in order to provide quality care and friendly service. Communicate with the parents through daily drop-off and pick-up as well as on Class Dojo. Help to maintain records of attendance and sign-in/out sheets and turn them into the Director monthly. Maintain a positive attitude toward co-workers, families and scholars in the school. Report any problems or concerns with participants, co-workers, or the school to the Lead Teacher or Director within a timely manner. Follow and enforce policies and procedures. Proactively respond to any issues and concerns regarding the program. Help conduct child assessments and facilitate parent-teacher conferences. Attend and engage in occasional parent participation events and other events that may be on nights and/or weekends. Other duties as assigned. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: Make recommendations to the Lead Teacher or Director for improvement on equipment, supplies, facility and program needs. Set up and move furniture as needed. Clean up area throughout the day and after the program is finished. Help to complete end of year checklists and supply orders for the program. Be flexible, professional and be adaptable to new situations. Assist in other areas as needed. WORK HOURS AND COMPENSATION: The position Preschool Assistant Teacher is a full-time position. The position is classified as a non-exempt hourly employee status. The hours worked on a daily basis may vary. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS: May be exposed to all weather conditions. May be required to work in various temperatures within the facility and outside. COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS: Must be able to effectively coordinate with staff and keep program organized. Must be able to work closely with staff and other employees and set the example for the staff as well as participants. Ability to use good judgment and effective problem solving skills. Maintain proper administrative paperwork. Uphold and enhance the public image of the school in any conduct with the public. MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to stand/sit for long periods of time. Must be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and lift up to 40 lbs. NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION Sun Valley Academy provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Sun Valley offers competitive salary, full medical benefits and a 401K retirement program. We are a warm, caring, supportive environment where all team members work hard to give our students the best possible academic outcomes. BACKGROUND SCREENING PROCESS To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees.

Company:

Sun Valley Academy

Posted:

June 23 on ApplicantPRO

Visit Our Partner Website

This listing was posted on another website. Click here to open: Go to ApplicantPRO

Important Safety Tips

Always meet the employer in person.
Avoid sharing sensitive personal and financial information.
Avoid employment offers that require a deposit or investment.

To learn more, visit the Safety Center or click here to report this listing.

(Glendale) Preschool Assistant Teacher (July Start) | Assistant Teacher in Teaching Job at Sun Val1

(Glendale) Preschool Assistant Teacher (July Start)

Visit Our Partner Website