Assistant Teacher -Young Hearts Preschool
Full Time Position 30 to 40 hours per week
Part Time Position less than 30 hours per week
Location: Buckeye, AZ
Young Hearts Preschool is looking for a flexible and supportive Assistant Teacher who wants to build a strong foundation and success in our student’s educational journey.
Young Hearts is a Classical Education Preschool:
- Our goal is to create a strong foundation as we inspire to instill the love of learning in our preschool students.
- We lead by example and instill the 9 virtues: Citizenship, Courage, Friendship, Honesty, Humility, Integrity, Perseverance, Responsibility, and Wisdom.
- We provide 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.
Our assistant teachers are responsible for:
- Supporting the lead teacher with classroom management.
- Leading by example.
- Nurturing social and emotional skills
- Maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
- Inspiring the love of learning with intentional teaching.
- Utilizing the Creative Curriculum and supporting assessments.
- Achieving and maintaining Quality First and NAEYC accreditation.
- Attending monthly meetings.
- Cultivating and maintaining positive relationships with students, co-teachers, parents, and the academy.
- Additional duties and projects as assigned.
What We Offer:
Competitive Benefits(Full Time Staff) - Exceptional benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance. Paid vacation, sick, holidays, and 401K options.
Classrooms – Low teacher to student ratio.
Opportunities for Growth- Ongoing training, professional development and leadership pathways to help meet your goals as an educator.
Apply now if you have:
- A passion for the education, care, and instilling of virtues in young children.
- A desire to be a part of a team and contribute to their success.
- 6 months professional experience (required), 1 year of professional teaching experience (preferred)
- Are 18 years of age (required)
- Possess or willing to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Proof of a negative TB test.
To apply: Candidates may apply online submit application materials including your resume, or by sending your resume to:
Maria.rodriguez@greathearts.org
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.