Toddler Teacher, Full Time

**We do not require a COVID19 vaccination** Grow with Grace Learning Center is a privately owned Christian preschool in Casa Grande caring for children 1-5 years old. We have a very good reputation in the community for being a high quality early education learning center. For more information about our program see our website, www.gwgrace.com.

We are seeking to hire a teacher for our 1-2 year olds, working as part of a team with 2 existing teachers in the classroom with a maximum of 12 children in the class. A minimum 6 months verifiable experience caring for children 1-5 years old is required, and preference will be given to persons with toddler experience as well as persons having 1 or more years of experience. The current schedule would be 9:30-5:30 but that could change depending on the needs of the program.

The responsibilities will include:

• Assist the lead teacher with implementing the lesson plan that is provided which will include activities such as arts and crafts, songs, games and story time. This position is not responsible for developing a lesson plan.
• Give the children your full attention at all times, supervising their safety and guiding them in their development and social interactions.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with families.
• Ensure the physical environment and health/safety standards are in full compliance with state licensing regulations.
• Be willing to help in other classrooms if needed for the successful operation of the program.
• Must be flexible and able to adjust to change as needed. Must be available during the hours we are open, M-F 7:00-5:30, as schedule could change to meet the needs of the program.
• Other duties as assigned to support the program, including attending staff meetings and maintaining required continuing education hours.

Qualifications:

• A signed agreement with our Statement of Faith is required. Our Statement of Faith is found on our website, https://www.gwgrace.com
• Minimum 6 months experience in direct care of children/teaching in a licensed facility or school required. Preference is given to persons with 1 or more years of experience.
• Must provide a copy of a high school diploma or GED and college transcripts.
• CPR and First Aide Certification or the ability to get the certification within 90 days of starting.
• Current fingerprint clearance card or the ability to get one prior to start date.
• Current negative TB test or the ability to get one prior to start date.

Please DO NOT stop by the Center or call. Please respond through the posting website only. EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• How many years experience do you have working in a licensed childcare facility or a school?(volunteering/working in a church setting or unlicensed childcare setting does not meet the qualifications)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• AZ fingerprint clearance card (Required)

Work Location: In person