Early Childhood Specialist - Phoenix, AZ

Hourly Pay Rate: $18.00 - $19.61

Schedules: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:30 pm

Location: Phoenix 

Education:

• High School graduate or GED required
• Child Development Associate (CDA credential) required
• AA in ECE or related field, or BS in Early Childhood or related preferred

Experience: 

• 1 year work experience in licensed childcare setting required
• 2 years childcare experience preferred
• Experience working with children who are at-risk and/ or children with special needs preferred
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Complete child's screenings and developmental assessments (Construct, ASQ, DECA) on each child 
• Utilize Construct Curriculum for lesson planning & Teaching for documentation, portfolios, and assessment  
• Plan developmentally appropriate activities to promote growth in all areas of development 
• Allow curriculum to emerge from children’s interests; engage children in activities lasting over a period of time 
• Provide a positive classroom climate to include positive relationships, affect, communication, and respect 
• Exhibit teacher sensitivity and regard for child perspectives, supporting autonomy and expression 
• Implement proactive behavior management with clear expectations, redirection, and attention to the positive 
• Maintain productivity by maximizing learning time, offering choices, having consistent routines, and eliminating unnecessary transitions 
• Employ instructional learning formats to include effective facilitation, variety, student interest, and clear learning objectives 
• Facilitate concept development to include analysis, reasoning, creativity, integration, and real-world connections  
• Establish an ongoing system for exchanging information about each child 
• Communicate with families about and design classroom activities, upcoming events, and ways to become engaged  
• Meet with parents to discuss their children’s progress and needs as needed and at least three times per year 

Compliance/Requirements:   

• Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card 
• DCS Background Check clearance 
• Law enforcement record clear of any misdemeanor or felony conviction 
• Negative TB test prior to hire; compliance with state regulations regarding immunizations 
• CPR and First Aid certified 
• Food Handler’s Certification  
• Must Be At Least 18 Years of Age