Description

Be A Part of Something Bigger!

Join the team that supports parents and caregivers through early childhood programs and advocates on behalf of children across Arizona and beyond. On top of engaging in work that makes a measurable difference in the lives of others, you’ll be in an environment that’s fun, engaging, and fosters a culture of inclusion and respect. All of this is built on the foundation of our core values—relentless pursuit of challenge, excellence, and humility. Feel appreciated and valued while making an impact on your community.

Why choose us?

Here, you’re a co-creator of your career path, your life, and your future—as well as ours. You are provided with a safe, trusting environment where your voice matters. In addition, we provide a rich, comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Personal and professional development
• Flexible work schedules
• Bilingual Pay Differential
• Wellness programming
• Financial education
• Career planning
• Opportunities to pursue your passions
• Work-life integration
• Ample time off (including two full weeks fully compensated office closures annually)
• Paid holidays
• Paid Sabbaticals
• Paid Family Leave
• Life insurance
• 401K
• Variety of other voluntary benefit options

General Summary

We’re looking for an Early Care Educator (ECE) that can provide a high-quality early childhood learning environment to children in a variety of community settings, while their family members or caregivers are in separate room strengthening their early learning knowledge. The ECE is responsible for following lesson plans, coordinating with family members/caregivers and coaching/mentoring team members. This position is unique in that child care is provided for 2-hour sessions at various community locations versus a full 8-hour day. This position pays $30,000 to $38,000 annually and includes a competitive benefits package.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Core Values

• Embody through actions, words, and attitudes Candelen’s Core Values of:
• Humility
• Excellence
• Rearview mirror
• Relentless pursuit of challenge
• Lead and inspire others to embrace the organization’s Core Values through example and coaching

Provide Services

• Provide engaging and safe learning opportunities for young children.
• Implement high quality and best practice lesson plans for children in child care.
• Nurture and develop a learning environment that fosters safety, trust and connection.
• Build rapport and trusting relationships with families, caregivers, community partners, and colleagues in a culturally appropriate and attuned manner to support program delivery.

Leadership

• Provide on-site coaching and technical assistance to part-time Early Care Educator Assistants.
• Participate in community outreach and programmatic events.
• Engage in the strategic direction of the organization.
• Represent Candelen by participating in events and meetings within the community.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and at least four (4) years of related work experience in a high-quality child-care setting. (Preferred Associates degree or college credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.)
• Knowledge of basic early childhood development and strategies to engage with young children.
• Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish, or multilingual
• Preferred background in supporting children with special needs, Montessori, NAEYC, or other early childhood specialist, preferred.
• This position is based in the South Phoenix region of Maricopa County and does require travel within the region – it is preferred that qualified candidates live in the region.

Requirements

• Proficient with computer programs and ability to navigate technology including but not limited to Microsoft Office, email systems, SLACK and related programs.
• Ability to travel throughout the state and nationally, have a current/valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance, and have reliable transportation by automobile at all times.
• Ability to meet background check requirements.
• Ability to provide proof of completion of the COVID-19 vaccination series prior to hire. Reasonable accommodations may be considered for religious and medical exemptions.
• Ability to lift 15-30 pounds; stoop, bend and squat to child’s eye level for appropriate periods of time; stand for approximately three hours at a time, including being outdoors for extended periods of time; sit for periods of time on the floor; get up and down from the floor without assistance, run after a child if necessary; climb and descend a flight of stairs.
• Flexibility to work from home, evenings and weekends as needed.

Reports to Team Relationships Manager

NOTE: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.