Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $45,500.00 - $64,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Paid continuing education
Professional Development
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Insurance
Pet insurance
Paid vacation
Sick Time
Parental leave
Child care benefits
Retirement Plan
Wellness Program
Job Description
Maricopa County Human Services Department is a committed public service organization dedicated to improving the well-being and resilience of the community through its wide range of programs and services. The department focuses on assisting individuals and families who face adversity by providing support in areas such as early childhood education, housing, independent living for seniors and adults with disabilities, career development, crisis rental and utility assistance, and homelessness support. With a strong commitment to collaboration, respect, dignity, and social and economic mobility, Maricopa County Human Services Department ensures that the needs of low-income and at-risk populations are met effectively. In... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must secure a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card through the Arizona Department of Public Safety
- Must complete a medical exam that includes screening for tuberculosis (TB)
- Must obtain a CPR, first aid, and food handler's certification within six weeks of hire
- Must have reliable transportation and have the ability to travel from different county locations as required
- Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish may be required for some positions
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
- Must be able to stand, sit on the floor, and be indoors and outdoors for extended periods
- Possible exposure to bodily fluids and infectious disease
- May be required to fill in as a substitute staff member at another program site
Job Qualifications
- Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or an equivalent college degree with 18 credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or Infant/Toddler Development
- High school diploma or GED and currently enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate's or Bachelor's degree to be completed within six months of hire
- Currently enrolled in a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential program upon hire to be completed within six months of hire
- Currently possess an Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
- One year of experience teaching in a licensed childcare or public pre-kindergarten setting
Job Duties
- Assumes responsibility for the supervision, care, and welfare of the classroom children, ages 0 to 3 years, to ensure their safety and well-being at all times
- Supports and promotes each child's physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language development
- Develops and maintains positive relationships with each family, site team members, community agencies, community partners, and grantee staff members
- Respects and supports the diverse cultural and family backgrounds and treats each child and parent as an individual
- respects, values, and facilitates parent participation as equal partners in all aspects of Educational Plans
- Develops and implements a multicultural and age-appropriate child education curriculum and experiences that utilizes developmentally appropriate practices, which meet the needs and interests of students and complies with local and federal standards
- Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including the Office of Head Start Performance Standards
- Arizona licensing requirements, Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines, and CACFP record keeping, and County program policies and procedures
- Prepares and maintains accurate records that evaluate ongoing observations of each child's growth and development
- these records include child health records, child observation, individualization, lesson plans, attendance, meal counts, parent involvement, family support, and additional items as directed while maintaining the confidentiality of child, family, and program information
- Completes formal developmental assessments on children with finalization/analysis and works with parents to develop an Education Plan based on these assessment results
- Participates in the development and implementation of Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) for children with disabilities and plans classroom experiences to support the IFSP plan
- Carries out authorized emergency and safety procedures and administers first aid and/or CPR in the classroom as needed
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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