Preschool Instructor

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Preschool Instructor to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education along with experience in lesson planning. This role is essential in fostering a nurturing learning environment that supports the development of students. The Preschool Instructor will be responsible for implementing effective teaching strategies that cater to diverse learning styles and promote student engagement. This position is in partnership with A Stepping Stone Foundation which provides two generational education, at no cost to families.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct classroom instruction to preschool aged children. Develops and implements curriculum, involves families in the assessment and goal setting process and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.
• Prepares classroom for daily planned activities. Gathers necessary materials and supplies.
• Creates lesson plans, maintains attendance records, charts observation notes and enters into the computer. Plans and coordinates the work of teacher aides, parents and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Cleans and maintains classroom materials.
• Plans and conducts staff development activities and regular meetings.
• Conducts pre and post year screenings on all enrolled children. Conducts home visits, and parent teacher conferences.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Knowledge of district educational policies, regulations and rules.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, policies and rules.
• Knowledge of educational practices, processes and techniques.
• Skill in assessing readiness for kindergarten.
• Skill in meeting educational needs of preschool age children and their parents.
• Skill in operating office equipment and computer hardware and software applications.
• Skill in communicating orally and in writing.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field and three (3) years experience with young children OR an equivalent combination of education and experience that provide required knowledge and skills.

Bilingual preferred.
In 2009, Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with AZ Early Childhood Certification.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of our students by providing them with the tools they need to succeed!

Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/isaac/OnlineApp/default.aspx?Category=Student+Support+Services&subcategory=Preschool+Instructor

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.77 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person