Head Start Teacher

Posting Date 05/08/25 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Pay Range $40,000- $57,500 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Contractor with Benefits Department Human Services About the Position Do you want to make a difference in a childs life? As a Head Start Teacher, you will promote active learning in a preschool classroom by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, individualized experiences and creating a safe and nurturing environment for children. We will count on you to use cognitive-developmental approaches to enhance the students language and literacy skills. As a Head Start Teacher, you will also have the opportunity to plan and participate in parent education, parent engagement, and family support activities. We offer various classroom sites across the county. Our classrooms are welcoming and designed for interactive learning by children and their families. We offer a low teacher-to-student ratio of 1:10 with 20 students per classroom to provide the greatest opportunity for a healthy and effective learning environment. Did we mention that the county provides the supplies needed to support our teaching staff? We also offer to be part of a compassionate team of early education professionals who believe in the mission of preparing these children for future school success. Be the spark that lights our childrens path to success, and become a Head Start Teacher! Classroom Location for Head Start Teacher (Contract) Adams 738 S Longmore, Mesa, AZ 85202 About Us Together, we can thrive. In Human Services, we focus on maximizing potential and providing support and resources for all stages of life. We partner with families and communities to encourage children to learn, invite youth and adults to cultivate professional skills, guide families to achieve financial success and enable seniors to live independently. Join our team and unlock your potential! Proud to Offer Paid continuing education, professional development, and tuition reimbursement Fully supplied classrooms Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance card and renewal paid for by Maricopa County Amazing health and wellness programs, including Pet Insurance! Our health insurance plans are more than competitive, with the option to earn a wellness incentive payback of $60 per month Free Office of Head Start www.acf.hhs.gov/ohs membership Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Enrollments in Arizona State Retirement System Learn more at maricopa.gov/5284/Why-Work-Here We Require One year of experience teaching in a licensed childcare or public pre-kindergarten setting 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 We Also Value Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or an equivalent college degree with 18 credits in early childhood education, child development or infant/toddler development Two or more years of experience teaching in a licensed childcare or pre-kindergarten setting Bilingual in English and Spanish Job Contributions Assumes responsibility for the supervision, care, and welfare of the classroom children to ensure their safety and well-being at all times Develops, organizes, and implements age-appropriate child education curriculum Plans classroom experiences that meet different developmental stages, interests, temperaments, learning styles, languages, and cultural backgrounds Develops and implements a multicultural curriculum that utilizes developmentally appropriate practices which meet the needs and interests of students Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and Office of Head Start Performance Standards regulations, Arizona licensing requirements, and program policies and procedures Respect, value, and support each child and family background and facilitate parent participation as equal partners in all aspects of Educational Plans Develops and maintains positive relationships with each family, site team members, community agencies, community partners, and grantee staff members Working Conditions Background check and Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card upon hire Medical exam that includes screening for tuberculosis (TB) upon hire Follows a full-year schedule, typically comprised of 2,088 hours annually, with classrooms operating Monday - Friday Classroom, playground, and office environment with possible exposure to bodily fluids and infectious disease Must obtain a CPR, first aid, and food handlers certification within six weeks of hire Ability to travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday using a private or County vehicle Ability to fill in as a substitute staff member at another program site occasionally Ability to stand, sit on the floor, be indoors/outdoors for extended periods, and lift up to 40 pounds Ability to work with children with special needs, IEPs, 504s, and various medical conditions Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now! We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizonas Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!