Toddler Center Teacher
Job in
Eloy, Pinal County, Arizona, 85231, USA
Listing for:
Pinal Gila Community Child Services
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-07-07
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Early Childhood Education, Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
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Child Care/Nanny
Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35000 - 45000 USD Yearly
USD
35000.00
45000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Toddler Center Base Teacher
Toddler Center Base Teacher Job Summary
Responsible for daily classroom operations in the infant/toddler classroom per BCCL, HSPS, and agency expectations, including completing home visits per HSPPS and agency expectations, and assisting with maintaining full enrollment and a waiting list within the Early Head Start Program.
Essential Functions
The Toddler Center Base Teacher will be evaluated on a combination of skills, dispositions, and behaviors, some specific to this service area and others reflecting general expectations of all agency employees. The Core responsibilities include:
Ensure quality direct services delivery for children and families.Assist children with differing abilities in their daily routine, which may include diapering, feeding, etc.Provide a safe and supervised educational setting for children while they are in the Early Head Start program.Encourage parent involvement in all aspects of the program.Provide services to families per HSPPS incorporating all program areas:
Education, Health, Nutrition, Disability, Family & Community Partnerships.Work with parents to develop and implement an educational program that includes appropriate child development activities, bilingual/multicultural approaches, individualized education plans, and evaluation of child/family progress.Work with parents to incorporate IEP/IFSP goals into the classroom.Participate as part of the site team and work in conjunction with site staff for LPC, Team.Actively recruit new enrollees for the program and maintain a waiting list.Manage inventory and control of all supplies.Maintain up-to-date, accurate records of children & families and submit reports/records as required.Facilitate transition into preschool programs.Proficient in utilizing various virtual platforms to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration.Maintain child/family/staff confidentiality.Minimum Requirements
Minimum of a CDA with training and/or courses in Infant/Toddler. Associate degree in ECE or closely related field required; BA in ECE or related field preferred.Minimum 16 credits of Infant/Toddler coursework.Two years of experience working in Early Care & Education, Infant/Toddler experience.One year supervisory experience and experience working with.Application of the principles of early childhood development, management, and.Computer skills in word processing, Internet, and e-mail.Demonstrate strong team leadership.Arizona Driver's License, proof of insurance, fingerprint card, Social Security card, CPR and First Aid, and as needed a vehicle for the program.Health Questionnaire required at hire and updated every 3 years.Meet all agencies, state and federal required immunizations or have an approved exemption on file.Employee must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English. Bilingual English/Spanish skills highly desirable.Food Handler's Card or Certificate within 30 calendar days of hire.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrate the ability to work independently.Excellent oral and written communication with internal & external customers required.Knowledge of Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Child Care Licensure.Ability to prioritize workload while being flexible; provide direction to parent & community volunteers; knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards.Ability to make frequent decisions to assure educational progress of children to meet school readiness goals.Ability to respond appropriately to an emergency or crisis situation.Ability to supervise children in a safe environment and apply early childhood development theory in daily activities.Demonstrate an understanding of DCS reporting system, signs and symptoms of child abuse and neglect.Physical Requirements
Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position: critical sensory requirements include general vision, specific vision abilities, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Hear or listen within the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly. Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift, carry, push,…
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