Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education

LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ

JOB TITLE : MATH TEACHER

• Hours/ Schedule : M-F (40 hours )

• Start Date: 7/22/2024

• Grade: 5/6th grade classroom OR 7/8th grade classroom

• For Full School Year 24/25

• Must be fully certified and have experience teaching math

Looking for (Full-Time| In-person) Math Teacher for Entire School year

INTERVIEW/OFFER - ASAP

For further information and/or to apply to this opportunity, please contact SHELLEY- ANN PANTIN Call/Text: Direct: 813.829.0812 or email your UPDATED resume to [email protected]

The School Teacher implements the daily instructional plans of the classroom teacher in an effective manner. The School Teacher maintains a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth and establishes effective rapport with pupils while maintaining proper classroom management. The School Teacher works effectively with the building administrator and other teachers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated

+ Creates and implements the instructional plans in accordance with the district curriculum

+ Maintains a classroom climate that is conducive to learning

+ Maintains reasonable rules which encourage self-discipline and responsibility

+ Guides the learning process toward the achievement of the school curriculum and goals

+ Implements a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media

+ Acquaints self with and adheres to the policies and procedures as established by the Board of

+ Education and Administration in written or verbal form

+ Creates and implements response to Intervention programs as needed

+ Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

+ Maintains records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations

+ Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct

+ Services as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism that includes a positive attitude, positive and respectful communication, and professional appearance

+ Holds and communicates high expectations of student achievement and behavior

+ Attends staff meetings and IEP Meetings as requested by the district

+ Meets expected standards of professional behavior

+ Administers assessments on a timely basis as directed by administration

+ Communicates effectively with parents when needed

+ Provides individualized and small group instruction as prescribed in the daily instructional plans

+ Maintains a professional and positive rapport with parents/co-workers/administration/School Board

+ Supervises classroom students, paraprofessionals and volunteers

Minimum Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s Degree or higher required

+ Teacher license/certification, as applicable by state or contract/district

+ One year of experience as a school teacher, preferred

+ Willingness and ability to accept direct responsibility for safety, wellbeing, or work output of other people

+ Ability to read and implement instructional plans, correspond with parents and administration, and effectively present information and respond to questions from administration, parent, students, staff members, and the general public as requested

+ Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts

+ Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

+ Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable

+ Current CPR if applicable

+ TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

+ Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

+ Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

+ Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

+ Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

+ Computer proficiency required

+ Must be at least 18 years of age

AMERGIS HEALTHCARE STAFFING OFFERS

Competitive pay

Full time in-person

Weekly pay

Benefits

W2

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The School Teacher implements the daily instructional plansof the classroom teacher in an effective manner. The School Teacher maintains aclass environment favorable to learning and personal growth and establisheseffective rapport with pupils while maintaining proper classroom management.The School Teacher works effectively with the building administrator and otherteachers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and attimes designated

+ Creates and implements the instructional plans in accordancewith the district curriculum

+ Maintains a classroom climate that is conducive tolearning

+ Maintains reasonable rules which encourage self-disciplineand responsibility

+ Guides the learning process toward the achievement of theschool curriculum and goals

+ Implements a variety of instructional techniques andinstructional media

+ Acquaints self with and adheres to the policies andprocedures as established by the Board of

+ Education and Administration in written or verbal form

+ Creates and implements response to Intervention programs asneeded

+ Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protectstudents, equipment, materials, and facilities

+ Maintains records as required by law, district policy, andadministrative regulations

+ Assists the administration in implementing all policies andrules governing student life and conduct

+ Services as a positive role model for students,demonstrating professionalism that includes a positive attitude, positive andrespectful communication, and professional appearance

+ Holds and communicates high expectations of studentachievement and behavior

+ Attends staff meetings and IEP Meetings as requested by thedistrict

+ Meets expected standards of professional behavior

+ Administers assessments on a timely basis as directed byadministration

+ Communicates effectively with parents when needed

+ Provides individualized and small group instruction asprescribed in the daily instructional plans

+ Maintains a professional and positive rapport withparents/co-workers/administration/School Board

+ Supervises classroom students, paraprofessionals andvolunteers

Minimum Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s Degree or higher required

+ Teacher license/certification, as applicable by state orcontract/district

+ One year of experience as a school teacher, preferred

+ Willingness and ability to accept direct responsibility forsafety, wellbeing, or work output of other people

+ Ability to read and implement instructional plans,correspond with parents and administration, and effectively present informationand respond to questions from administration, parent, students, staff members,and the general public as requested

+ Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts

+ Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

+ Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable

+ Current CPR if applicable

+ TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

+ Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

+ Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

+ Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

+ Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

+ Computer proficiency required

+ Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ

JOB TITLE : 2 MATH TEACHERS NEEDED

LOCAL OR TRAVEL POSITION

• Hours/ Schedule : M-F (40 hours )

• Start Date: 7/22/2024

• Grade: 5/6th grade classroom OR 7/8th grade classroom

• For Full School Year 24/25 --36 WEEKS

• Must be fully certified and have experience teaching math

Looking for (Full-Time| In-person) Math Teacher for Entire School year

INTERVIEW/OFFER - ASAP

· Contact James Siragusathrough FB,

Direct at 813-829-0773, LinkedIn

[email protected]

The School Teacher implements the daily instructional plans of the classroom teacher in an effective manner. The School Teacher maintains a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth and establishes effective rapport with pupils while maintaining proper classroom management. The School Teacher works effectively with the building administrator and other teachers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated

+ Creates and implements the instructional plans in accordance with the district curriculum

+ Maintains a classroom climate that is conducive to learning

+ Maintains reasonable rules which encourage self-discipline and responsibility

+ Guides the learning process toward the achievement of the school curriculum and goals

+ Implements a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media

+ Acquaints self with and adheres to the policies and procedures as established by the Board of

+ Education and Administration in written or verbal form

+ Creates and implements response to Intervention programs as needed

+ Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

+ Maintains records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations

+ Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct

+ Services as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism that includes a positive attitude, positive and respectful communication, and professional appearance

+ Holds and communicates high expectations of student achievement and behavior

+ Attends staff meetings and IEP Meetings as requested by the district

+ Meets expected standards of professional behavior

+ Administers assessments on a timely basis as directed by administration

+ Communicates effectively with parents when needed

+ Provides individualized and small group instruction as prescribed in the daily instructional plans

+ Maintains a professional and positive rapport with parents/co-workers/administration/School Board

+ Supervises classroom students, paraprofessionals and volunteers

Minimum Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s Degree or higher required

+ Teacher license/certification, as applicable by state or contract/district

+ One year of experience as a school teacher, preferred

+ Willingness and ability to accept direct responsibility for safety, wellbeing, or work output of other people

+ Ability to read and implement instructional plans, correspond with parents and administration, and effectively present information and respond to questions from administration, parent, students, staff members, and the general public as requested

+ Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts

+ Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

+ Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable

+ Current CPR if applicable

+ TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

+ Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

+ Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

+ Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

+ Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

+ Computer proficiency required

+ Must be at least 18 years of age

AMERGIS HEALTHCARE STAFFING OFFERS

Competitive pay

Full time in-person

Weekly pay

Benefits

W2

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Special EducationTeacher Openings in Scottsdale, Arizona!

• Hours: 40

• Start Date: 7/19/2024

• Contract position forthe 24-25 school year

• SPED/TeachingCertification Required

Amergis HealthcareStaffing is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher provide qualityservices to special education students, kindergarten through grade 12, througha commitment to team participation in planning and implementation of studentprograms including special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultationwith general education staff.

For further informationand/or to apply to this opportunity, please contact Clara Comiskey with yourresume at [email protected]

Responsibilities

+ Prepares student education plans in consultation with parents and IEP team members.

+ Designs instruction, both individual and small group, which parallels the general education curriculum.

+ Serves as the coordinator of IEP implementation with general education staff.

+ Monitors student progress, participates in review and revision of student’s IEP, as appropriate.

+ Other Special Education Teacher related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university with an emphasis in appropriate field preferred.

+ Transcripts Preferred.

+ State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Elementary Teaching, Standard Secondary Teaching, and Standard Special Teaching preferred.

+ Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred.

+ Full command, verbal and written, of the English language.

+ Current TB results and/or chest X-ray.

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The School Teacher implements the daily instructional plansof the classroom teacher in an effective manner. The School Teacher maintains aclass environment favorable to learning and personal growth and establisheseffective rapport with pupils while maintaining proper classroom management.The School Teacher works effectively with the building administrator and otherteachers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and attimes designated

+ Creates and implements the instructional plans in accordancewith the district curriculum

+ Maintains a classroom climate that is conducive tolearning

+ Maintains reasonable rules which encourage self-disciplineand responsibility

+ Guides the learning process toward the achievement of theschool curriculum and goals

+ Implements a variety of instructional techniques andinstructional media

+ Acquaints self with and adheres to the policies andprocedures as established by the Board of

+ Education and Administration in written or verbal form

+ Creates and implements response to Intervention programs asneeded

+ Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protectstudents, equipment, materials, and facilities

+ Maintains records as required by law, district policy, andadministrative regulations

+ Assists the administration in implementing all policies andrules governing student life and conduct

+ Services as a positive role model for students,demonstrating professionalism that includes a positive attitude, positive andrespectful communication, and professional appearance

+ Holds and communicates high expectations of studentachievement and behavior

+ Attends staff meetings and IEP Meetings as requested by thedistrict

+ Meets expected standards of professional behavior

+ Administers assessments on a timely basis as directed byadministration

+ Communicates effectively with parents when needed

+ Provides individualized and small group instruction asprescribed in the daily instructional plans

+ Maintains a professional and positive rapport withparents/co-workers/administration/School Board

+ Supervises classroom students, paraprofessionals andvolunteers

Minimum Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s Degree or higher required

+ Teacher license/certification, as applicable by state orcontract/district

+ One year of experience as a school teacher, preferred

+ Willingness and ability to accept direct responsibility forsafety, wellbeing, or work output of other people

+ Ability to read and implement instructional plans,correspond with parents and administration, and effectively present informationand respond to questions from administration, parent, students, staff members,and the general public as requested

+ Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts

+ Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

+ Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable

+ Current CPR if applicable

+ TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

+ Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

+ Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

+ Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

+ Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

+ Computer proficiency required

+ Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Special Education Teacher openings in Phoenix, AZ

+ Location: Phoenix, AZ

+ Start Date: 07/19/2024

+ Contract Length: 36 Weeks

+ Schedule: Monday- Friday, School Hours

+ Age Group: Elementary Aged Students

+ Requirements: Must have SPED certificate and Teaching Certificate in AZ, must have AZ fingerprint clearance card

+ Classroom: Self- Contained, uses Boystown Model

The Special Education Teacher, under the direction of theSpecial Education Program Administrator provides quality services to specialeducation students, kindergarten through grade 12. The Special Education Teacher has a commitmentto team participation in planning and implementation of student programsincluding special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultation withgeneral education staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Prepares student education plans in consultation withparents and department team members

+ Supports learning for students who have a wide range oflearning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities.

+ Designs instruction, both individual and small group, whichparallels the general education curriculum

+ Assists parents, administrators, testing specialists, socialworkers, and professionals to develop educational plans designed to promotestudents' educational, physical, and social development

+ Prepares materials and classrooms for class activities

+ Serves as the coordinator of individualize education program(IEP) implementation with general education staff

+ Monitors student progress, participates in review andrevision of student’s IEP, as appropriate

+ Maintains accurate student records

+ Mentors and supports teaching assistants who provide supportto students with disabilities

+ Supports students in preparation for grade transitions andpreparing for life skills

+ Assess students’ skills and educational needs and tracksstudent’s performance

+ Discusses students’ progress with their other teachers

+ Communicates to maintain positive relationships withstudents and their parents

+ Follows School District policies and procedures

Minimum Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited universitypreferred

+ Valid state teaching certificate as required by state,contract/district regulations

+ Minimum of one year experience in teaching environmentpreferred

+ State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard ElementaryTeaching preferred

+ State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard SecondaryTeaching preferred

+ State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Special Teachingpreferred

+ Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred

+ Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

+ Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable

+ Current CPR if applicable

+ TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

+ Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

+ Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

+ Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

+ Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language required

+ Computer proficiency required

+ Must be at least 18 years of age

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Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Special Education Teacher openings in Phoenix, Arizona!

Amergis Staffing is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher provide quality services to special education students, kindergarten through grade 12, through a commitment to team participation in planning and implementation of student programs including special instruction, tutorial assistance and consultation with general education staff.

• Hours: 40

• Start Date: 07/19/2024

To apply to this opportunity, please contact Carl Colvin at (813) 330-9045 or email your resume to cacolvin @amergis.com

Responsibilities

+ Prepares student education plans in consultation with parents and department team members

+ Supports learning for students who have a wide range of learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities.

+ Designs instruction, both individual and small group, which parallels the general education curriculum

+ Assists parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop educational plans designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social development

+ Prepares materials and classrooms for class activities

+ Serves as the coordinator of individualize education program (IEP) implementation with general education staff

+ Monitors student progress, participates in review and revision of student’s IEP, as appropriate

+ Maintains accurate student records

+ Mentors and supports teaching assistants who provide support to students with disabilities

+ Supports students in preparation for grade transitions and preparing for life skills

+ Assess students’ skills and educational needs and tracks student’s performance

+ Discusses students’ progress with their other teachers

+ Communicates to maintain positive relationships with students and their parents

+ Follows School District policies and procedures

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university preferred

+ Valid state teaching certificate as required by state, contract/district regulations

+ Minimum of one year experience in teaching environment preferred

+ State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Elementary Teaching preferred

+ State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Secondary Teaching preferred

+ State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Special Teaching preferred

+ Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred

+ Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

+ Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable

+ Current CPR if applicable

+ TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

+ Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

+ Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

+ Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

+ Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language required

+ Computer proficiency required

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Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

~~Safety Sensitive Position~~

Are you certified in Special Education and looking to grow in your career? Located in the North Valley, UCP’s Early Learning Center is a Quality First 5 Star and NAEYC accredited site that values not only the growth of children but their teachers too. As a lead teacher, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with other professionals such as therapists and Quality First coaches. Apply now and discover your potential!

A Special Education Preschool Teacher (SEPT) is responsible for the overall supervision and management of their assigned classroom using developmentally appropriate practices, and the supervision of Early Learning Center Teachers Assistants and Aides. A SEPT is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing educational programs designed to meet the individual needs of children with disabilities in a preschool setting. This role focuses on creating a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes learning, social interaction, and skill development. The SEPT may collaborate with staff to ensure that curriculum and classroom activities are properly delivered, and that the needs of the students and the goals of the center are met appropriately.

UCP of Central Arizona's Early Learning Center (ELC) is a Quality First 5-Star and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredited program that is looking for teachers who have a heart to help children with disabilities and without in an inclusive environment. The Laura Dozer campus has a beautiful playground and a garden for the older classrooms.

Essential Functions as Lead Teacher:

Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans for each student with special needs. Tailor instructional strategies and curriculum to address the specific learning goals and challenges of each child.
Inclusive Teaching: Foster an inclusive classroom environment that promotes diversity and accommodates various learning styles and abilities. Adapt teaching methods, materials, and activities to meet the needs of all students.
Curriculum Development: Plan, organize and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that aligns with the state or local educational standards while addressing the unique requirements of children with special needs.
Assessment and Progress Monitoring: Regularly assess and track the progress of each student. Use assessment data to adjust teaching strategies and identify areas where additional support is needed.
Behavioral Support: Implement behavior management strategies to address challenging behaviors and promote positive social interactions. Collaborate with parents and support staff to ensure consistency in behavioral interventions.
Communication: Maintain open, effective, and regular communication with parents, guardians, and support staff. Provide feedback on a child's progress and share strategies that can be used at home
Resource Utilization: Make use of assistive technologies, adaptive equipment, and support services as needed to facilitate learning and skill development.
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other professionals, such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, and special education specialists, to ensure comprehensive support for each child.
Safety and Well-being: Ensure the physical and emotional safety and well-being of all students. Adhere to health and safety guidelines, and respond appropriately in case of emergencies or medical situations.

Other/Essential Center and Classroom Responsibilities:

· Supervise and train classroom teachers, assistants and aides.
· Develop and implement staffing schedules, including procedures for covering staff absences with the collaboration of other lead teachers.
· Assist Early Learning Center Director in the interviewing and selection of new employees.
· Provide clear, consistent feedback to classroom teachers and teacher’s aides regarding performance, rules and regulations.
· Assist Early Learning Center Director in completing and delivering performance appraisals.
· Recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary action.
· Act as designated person in charge in the absence of Early Learning Center Director.
· Interact with children at their level frequently and respectfully.
· Use appropriate guidance techniques with children, defining and maintaining, clear, consistent and fair limits for classroom behavior, using redirection and encouragement of appropriate behavior.
· Prepare and post weekly lesson plans and activities.
· Plan and implement daily classroom schedules and routines to meet the needs of the program and children.
· Evaluate the skills and progress of each child according to defined schedules.
· Maintain required staff-to-child ratios, supervising enrolled children using sight and sound.
· Responsible for the daily maintenance of children’s rosters, changing logs and daily reports.
· Responsible for maintaining current displays of children’s work and monthly bulletin boards with depictions that reflect an anti-bias curriculum and multi-cultural respect.
· Monitor and maintain classroom compliance with Arizona Department of Health, NAEYC and Quality First policies and standards.
· Participation in ELC Strategic planning process.
· Maintain toys, materials and equipment in clean and sanitary condition by following the posted disinfecting schedule.
· Serve meals in accordance with CACFP Guidelines

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Required Education & Experience
State teaching certification in Special Education or Early Special Education is required
Current proof of HS enrollment or HS diploma
1-year of supervisory experience (Preferred)
Must have 1-year experience working with children with special needs (Preschool aged preferred)
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or a related field
Knowledge of various disabilities and developmental disorders
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in creating and implementing IEPs
Class I Fingerprint Clearance Card
Negative results of a Mantoux TB test
Maricopa County Food Handler Certification
Must be 18 years of age or older
Immunization verification

UCP of Central Arizona is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our human capital is the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and UCP’s achievement as well. UCP of Central Arizona is a Equal Opportunity Employer.

Are you passionate about education and the Montessori approach? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where creativity and imagination are encouraged? Nature's Path Montessori in Mesa, AZ, is looking for dedicated teachers to join our small but dynamic team.

Position: Assistant Teacher

Location: Nature's Path Montessori, Mesa, AZ

Responsibilities:
Supporting the Lead Guide in all areas of the classroom
Classroom Management
Helping children with bathroom needs
Keeping classroom clean and orderly
Creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children
Collaborating with colleagues and parents to ensure each child's educational needs are met
Participating in staff meetings and professional development opportunities

Qualifications:
Montessori experience preferred but not necessary
Experience working with children
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Commitment to ongoing professional development

Benefits:
Salary based on experience and qualifications
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Paid time off and holidays

About Nature's Path Montessori:
Nature's Path Montessori is a small, family-oriented Montessori school located in Mesa, AZ. We believe in providing a nurturing and holistic education that fosters independence, creativity, and a love for learning. Our dedicated team of teachers is committed to creating an environment where each child can thrive and reach their full potential.

If you are passionate about Montessori education and are looking for a rewarding career opportunity, we invite you to join our team at Nature's Path Montessori. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest in the position to [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you!

Location: Various locations in 4 Counties (Cochise, Graham, Pima, Santa Cruz)

Classification:  Hourly 

Supervisor:       Lead Teacher

Supervises:       None

Job Summary:  

Child-Parent Centers (CPC) is seeking professionals who share our values and principles for building trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Successful candidates welcome individual differences and perspectives, respect cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and are sensitive to current circumstances. Candidates display a commitment to teamwork, open communication, and are eager to work in a fast-paced, high quality preschool environment. This is a great opportunity for organized and dependable early childhood professionals with strong work ethic and a desire to grow. CPC provides opportunities and financial support for teachers to grow professionally including attainment of a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or child development.  If you have previous experience working in an early childhood center and are interested in joining our growing team, we encourage you to apply.

Reporting to the Lead Teacher, the teacher partners with the classroom team in providing comprehensive high-quality early education and child development services for enrolled children and families. The Teacher implements daily routines that promote children’s cognitive, social, health, and emotional growth for later success in school. The teacher receives regular on-going support from the Lead Teacher and the education specialist (coach) to implement the agency’s curriculum that includes creating a safe and enriching environment, embedding responsive and effective teacher-child interactions, and fostering partnerships with families by respecting values, strengths, and cultures and welcoming parent's contributions and participation. The teacher position is funded for 8 hours per day Monday through Friday, working directly with children for 6.75 – 10 hours per day four or five days per week (depending upon the program option). When children are not attending class, the teacher participates in activities such as lesson planning, documenting children's work and outcomes, entering and analyzing child and family data, setting goals, and attending professional development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be 21 years of age.

Possess an associate degree from a recognized educational institution in early childhood education or an associate degree in a related program (as determined by the agency) with a minimum of 21 credits in early childhood education or child development coursework.

Two (2) years documented work experience with preschool children.

Demonstrated proficiency using Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Submit a current AZ Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to start date.

Possess a valid Arizona driver's license and excellent driving record. 

Must read, write, and speak English.

Required Competencies:

Leadership

Supervision

Coaching

Accountability and Dependability

Valuing Diversity

Safety Focus

Listening

Creative and Innovative Thinking

Building Relationships

Teamwork

Self-Management

Adaptability and Flexibility

Development and Continual Learning

Technology

Other Requirements (post hire)

Must be able to travel to and from various sites as needed. 

Must be able to travel outside their assigned area in a company-owned vehicle. This travel could begin before daylight hours and continue after sundown in some situations.

Provide proof of immunizations: COVID 19 vaccination, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Tdap (adult Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis), and a clear Tuberculosis skin test or chest X-ray.

Able to pass a company paid physical exam prior to starting work.

Able to pass a criminal background check.

Must be able to prove the right to work in the USA by providing appropriate documents to complete the Federal I-9 form.

Must possess or have the ability to possess and keep current certification in First Aid Training/CPR training including Infants and Children.

Must possess or have the ability to possess and keep current a Food Handler’s Certificate issued by the Arizona health department.

Desired Qualifications:

Possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognized educational institution in Early Childhood Education or a bachelor’s degree in a related program (as determined by the agency) with a minimum of 21 credits in early childhood education or child development.

Five (5) years’ work or volunteer experience with groups or individuals from a variety or ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds or with Head Start.

Able to read, write, speak and understand Spanish.

Work Environment:

Indoor classroom – temperature controlled

Outdoor playground – exposure to hot and cold

Possible exposure to communicable illness, blood borne pathogens

Exposure to cleaning and sanitizing chemicals

Physical Requirements:

Frequently

Stooping, bending, reaching

Moving quickly around objects (run, jump, jog)

Up and down from carpet/floor and/or 12”-14”chairs

Lift children (3-5 year old children) {30 – 40 lb}

Occasionally

Picking up and dropping off supplies

Push and pull furniture {20 to 50lb}

Lifting +/- 50 lb

Benefits:

Paid Leave – 21-23 paid holidays, 5 days paid vacation after one year and 10 -13 days each year thereafter, and 5 days paid Personal leave first year, 8-9 days each year thereafter, up to 5 days Sick paid leave each year.

Insurance benefits - dental, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Reimbursement Arrangements, Health Savings Accounts, PPO medical (3 plans), Vision, and Supplemental Life coverage for self, spouse, and child ($25,000 basic life and Accidental death and disability provided by employer)

Retirement Plan - Agency contribution after years of services and hours eligibility criteria are met. Employee 401k deferral once eligibility is met.

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Direct Services:

Implement the Languages of Learning curriculum a minimum of 6.75 - 8 hours per day four to five days per week.

Set learning goals and plan learning experiences by integrating knowledge of each child’s temperament, interests, gender, culture, language, learning approaches, understanding, misconceptions, and abilities and by working collaboratively with families and a range of specialists (e.g., medical, dental, speech, nutrition, mental health)

Promote children’s active exploration, creativity, and development in all domains by designing indoor and outdoor environments based on knowledge of how children develop and learn, and their individual abilities.

Build children’s pride in their cultures, families, and communities by ensuring that classroom learning centers and materials reflect children’s cultures and communities (e.g., books and print in families’ languages, family photographs, items from their culture)

Ensure that children are intellectually challenged by selecting, organizing, and using high-quality materials and equipment and by adapting the environment to support each child’s skill acquisition and success.

Use information about children obtained through home visits, parent-teacher conferences, and other parent-staff interactions by incorporating this data into daily routines and interactions with children.

Maintain a healthy physical environment by following health and safety procedures (e.g., following universal precautions, regularly sanitizing equipment, child-proofing environments).

Build children’s awareness of and ability to follow basic health and safety rules by providing opportunities for health and safety learning (e.g., implementing and discussing routines—washing hands, fire drills, crossing streets) and by supervising children at all times and positively redirecting them from potentially harmful activities.

Develop and implement the child supervision system, child count system, and active supervision implementation plan to ensure all children are supervised at all times.

Support parents in extending children’s learning at home by providing newsletters, take-home activities, home visits, and parent-teacher conferences.

Help children who are learning English by providing them with the supports (e.g., props, gestures, incorporating basic words in the child’s home language, securing volunteers who speak the child’s language) they need to fully participate in classroom experiences.

Enhance children’s knowledge and language and literacy development by regularly reading books with children individually, in small groups, and in various settings (e.g., block area, housekeeping area)

Encourage children’s emergent writing skills, their awareness of print, and the varied purposes for writing by providing and using a range of writing materials (e.g., markers, crayons, finger paint, letter magnets) and environmental print (e.g., traffic signs, labels in the classroom, store signs)

Support children’s interest in and awareness of numbers, counting, and problem solving by initiating counting games and activities and by providing materials that link number concepts to numerals and mathematical understanding and vocabulary.

Promote children’s understanding of size, shape, color, and directionality by engaging them is small and large-motor activities that require them to sort, match, identify patterns, group objects, and measure objects.

Build children’s ability to compare and talk about the similarities and differences between objects by providing experiences with sorting, matching, patterns, grouping, and measurement.

Assist children in understanding math and science concepts by embedding math and science experiences into everyday routines, music, movement, literacy, art, and play.

Help children expand their knowledge of their bodies and the world around them by planning and implementing in-depth exploration of topics in physical, life, and earth sciences.

Encourage children’s use of scientific inquiry by offering experiences and opportunities to engage in questioning, predicting, investigating, and collecting and analyzing data.

Expand children’s knowledge of nature, living things, and materials and processes by providing objects, tools, and experiences that enable them to closely observe and explore nature and scientific concepts (e.g., cause and effect, time, temperature, buoyancy, changes in materials).

Facilitate children’s ability to listen to, interact with, and appreciate different types of music by providing individual and group experiences with singing, finger plays, creative movement, and musical instruments.

Develop children’s imagination and creativity by providing child-directed and teacher-guided opportunities for them to express their thoughts, ideas, experiences, and feelings through various media (e.g., movement, dance, drama, music, visual arts).

Help children learn about themselves and others by designing and implementing meaningful experiences to explore similarities and differences between people.

Align goals and approaches to support children’s progress by engaging with program staff, specialists, families, and staff in other learning settings who also serve the child.

Offer families opportunities to increase their child observation skills by providing written and verbal information and encouraging participation in classroom and family education activities.

Engage families as full partners in their own and their children’s development and learning by helping families develop and reach realistic and achievable long- and short-term goals, engaging them in assessing their needs and strengths, and supporting them in taking actions to reach their goals.

Strengthen parent-child relationships by helping families recognize the satisfaction and value of engaging with their children and supporting their learning through daily, routine experiences in the home and community.

Build families’ and children’s self-esteem by drawing on their cultural strengths (e.g., family child bond, extended family, health and nutrition practices) to influence child-rearing skills and to foster positive family interactions.

Support families in addressing challenges (e.g., mental illness, substance abuse, disabilities, family violence) that affect their well-being, by discussing issues and/or linking them to community.

Individualize approaches to working with families by drawing on a sound understanding of family development issues and the unique needs of each family.

Supervision:

Identify self-growth, development goals, and strategies for achievement with support and input from supervisor.

Commit and participate in consistent and planned meetings with supervisor to further professional growth by seeking feedback, reflecting on and assessing own practice, and taking advantage of opportunities to improve skills and knowledge.

Record Keeping, Monitoring and Reporting:

Monitor child observation, screening, and assessment data to plan individualized experiences and small and large group activities.

Provide accurate and timely data into child information systems (my teaching strategies and/or ChildPlus) to support the agency’s program reports to local, state, and federal officials and funders.

Monitor children’s progress per the goals developed by self and other staff and specialists, including those in IEPs, by observing and documenting children’s play, conversations, routines/schedules, and work samples and through conversations with families.

Ensure and support the completion of at least two parent conferences and two home visits during the program year to enhance both teacher and parent understanding of children’s educational and developmental progress.

Meet federal, state, and program documentation requirements by maintaining accurate, objective, complete, timely, and well-organized child and family records.

Responsible for reporting (including self-reporting) any unsupervised child incidents to the supervisor and to those with a need to know.

Leadership, Management, and Teamwork:

Participate in center staff meetings and the planning of center activities. Identify emerging needs, initiate requests for additional assistance, and participate in on-going improvements to program policies and procedures.

Participate on transdisciplinary team within the agency to meet family needs and to build the parent/child/teaching staff relationship.

Identify children who need referrals by reviewing child observation, screening, and assessment data in collaboration with the classroom team, specialists, and families.

Broaden ability to accurately assess children’s development by seeking consultation to supplement own observation and planning and to determine when referral is needed.

Lead planning activities for transitions to or from Early Head Start, Head Start, home, and/or other early education and care settings by engaging families, others in the program, and members of the community in planning.

In the absence of the Lead Teacher, may act as the Lead Teacher and guide activities of the classroom team.

Secure, train, and supervise classroom volunteers.

Recruit and enroll eligible Head Start families.

On a rotating basis with other teaching staff, act as bus monitor if applicable.

Responsibilities for all Child-Parent Centers, Inc.:

Understand and model the agency's vision, mission, and philosophy within the agency and the community.

Demonstrate approachability, ownership, accountability, and life-long learning.

Use the agency's communication and problem-solving approach.

Seek perspective of others.

Identify emerging issues and contribute new knowledge.

Work to de-escalate when emotions and stakes are high.

Maintain professional behavior and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Use agency systems and technologies to accomplish work

Maintain a high level of attendance to support ongoing service delivery.

Recognizes children's safety as the first responsibility of all staff and acts swiftly to ensure no child is unsupervised.

Implement agency policies and procedures for safeguarding confidential or sensitive information about employees and/or program participants. Restrict access to paper or electronic documents to those with a need to know.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Please Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This job opening is intended to provide information about the position for employee recruitment purposes only and is not intended to be the basis of any employee contract.

Child-Parent Centers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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