Lead Preschool Teacher Arcadia: Reggio Emilia Program Arcadia

Coordinates and implements program curriculum for children ages 1 to 5 years at a program site.

Interacts with school or organization and adheres to all ADHS (Arizona Department of Health Services)requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A LEAD EARLY LEARNING TEACHER: Interact with children through activities and lesson plans.Create lasting memories for each child, each day.Plan and implement lesson plans.Oversee preschool staff and all activities

*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE A LEAD EARLY LEARNING TEACHER: Must enjoy working with children.Minimum age of 21.Current fingerprint clearance card and negative TB or the ability to obtain.Associates degree and/or currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor's program.Minimum of 3 years of qualifying experience in the childcare field and 6 credit hours in the childcare field or 60 documented training hours.

FULL TIME BENEFITS: Employee Assistance ProgramFree YMCA Family MembershipEmployee Program Rewards and DiscountsPaid Vacation & Sick Leave (Once Accrued)403b Retirement Savings Account Upon HireProfessional Development Opportunities & Trainings12% Employer Funded Retirement Plan (Once Eligible)Health Benefits Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance OUR YMCA CULTURE: At the Valley of the Sun YMCA, we are a Beacon in the Desert and serving as Centers for Community Well-Being, where children, families, staff, and communities can thrive.

Guided by our mission and values, we create welcoming environments that promote health, belonging, and opportunity for all.

Through our commitment to Be Well, Do Good, Lead Change, we prioritize safety, well-being, and excellence; strengthen communities through meaningful relationships and service; and embrace innovation, learning, and leadership to create lasting impact for future generations.

We are welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined in our pursuit of stronger children, stronger families, and stronger communities.

Valley of the Sun YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this opening.

Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.

Our YMCA promotes a safe environment that is free from abuse.

No form of abuse will be tolerated.

All allegations of abuse will be taken seriously and responded to in accordance with our Abuse Response Process.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representativ...