Summary
The Erik Hite Foundation is a non-profit organization that focuses on the support of the
families of the first responders and military members in our community. Our main
program is the Child Development Center that serves these families with affordable fees
and flexible hours. We are committed to partnering with families to provide the best care
and beginning education for the children of our heroes. We want to serve and care for
their families following godly principles close to the heart of Erik, as these men and
women serve and protect our community.
Duties
Lead Teacher Job duties and responsibilities including but not limited to: Update Brightwheel (Online Childcare Management Program) on a daily basis. Children's documentation in portfolios and keep parents and administration informed of the development of the children.
Conducting bi-annual parent/teacher conferences
Attend training year round, completing a minimum of 30 hours per year. Attend mandatory in-service days and staff meetings throughout the year. Lesson planning with developmentally appropriate activities. Ensure that a
shopping list for needed materials for monthly lesson plans is turned into Program Director.
Monitor and lead classroom activities while encouraging and engaging with children. Making sure that classroom environments are age appropriate. Execute classroom management and supervision
Evaluate and work closely with co-teacher (Select classrooms) Teach, guide and assist children with daily routines (diapering, hand washing, eating, etc...)
Ensure that all materials, toys, and equipment in the classroom are safe and free of hazards; while maintaining their cleanliness.
Requirements
Job Requirements: Including but not limited to:
21 years old and up
Ability to run, jump, bend, lift (at least 50lbs.), stand, sit on the floor, etc... Full time 35 hrs- Monday through Friday with potentially a rotating Saturday shift Have a valid fingerprint clearance card
TB Test Required
Prefer an Associates or Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or any related field, or Child Development Associate. Note: Applicants who are not enrolled in school, will be considered if an agreement to attend school for ECE or related field, upon hire.
A minimum of 1 year of experience in a birth to 5 year old classroom. CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain certification.
Prefer experience with AZ Learning Standards and Infant Toddler Guidelines for lesson planning and observation purposes.
Prefer experience with the Quality First program and ECERS and ITERS Rating scales, to ensure that Quality First guidelines are being followed.
Ability to work as part of a team
Benefits
Benefits:
Competitive hourly pay rate depending on experience and education Flexible schedule (If enrolled in school)
Subsidized Medical Insurance
40 hours of accrued sick pay annually
Paid training opportunities and continuing education assistance
Paid Annual Early Childhood Conference at UofA in December
ECE Classes Reward paid with completed classes and a C or higher grade Recruiting Cash Incentive
SIMPLE IRA Plan with employer contributions
3-paid holidays/year
80 hrs of paid vacation after 12 months of employment
Quarterly Wellness paid day off
Birthday - paid day off
Bereavement paid leave
Time off for Jury Duty/court appearance leave, time to vote, Military Leave, etc Child Care Scholarship available
Family oriented atmosphere- working in a team-player school
Small classrooms
Low child- adult ratio