Early Childhood Education Teacher Aide

Position:

Early Childhood Education Teacher Aide

Type:

Charter

Location:

Suburban

Job :

131843

County:

Northwest Maricopa

Posted:

January 06, 2026

Contact Information:

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

4836 N. Center St.

Scottdale, AZ 85256

District Website

Contact:

KiAna L

Phone:

Fax:

District Email

Job Description:

Under general supervision from the ECE Leader and/or Assistant Program Manager, the Teacher Aide works as a team player in facilitating the learning process and supervision of children (two weeks - 5 years old) in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Early Childhood Program. Jointly supervises and participates in the training of children, parents, staff, and volunteers, as needed.

Primary Job Functions

Primary functions may vary among positions, but may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and abilities among other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification.

Examples of Tasks

* Coordinates with the Teacher/Assistant Teacher in all phases of the ECE Center classrooms to ensure a well-managed purposeful program responsive to all participants' needs. Maintains scheduled center activities, follows lesson plans and documents accordingly. Completes and maintains all necessary documentation to demonstrate compliance with national Head Start performance standards.

* Implements federal, state and local health and safety policies and procedures. Follows guidelines set in the SRPMIC and ECE Policies and Procedures Manual. Implements the performance standards as reflected in the ECE Plan.

* Assumes the Assistant Teacher's responsibilities in his/her absence.

* Supervises children along with the Teacher/Assistant Teacher. Attends parent meetings as needed or required. Observes strict confidentiality guidelines regarding children and families. Assists in educating parents and volunteers about the ECE Confidentiality Policy.

* Maintains the cleanliness of the classroom by following the ECE Policy for Classrooms, which includes, but is not limited to, putting materials away each day and cleaning tables before and after meals and activities. Assists the Teacher and/or Assistant Teacher in making the center safe, healthy, interesting and developmentally appropriate; in maintenance and upkeep of classroom supplies and materials for the classroom.

* Pursues basic Pima or Maricopa language skills diligently and continues to expand from words and numbers to practical phrases. Promotes cultural awareness through the Pima/Maricopa languages, songs and dances. Assists in providing culturally diverse activities for the children, such as, but not limited to, dancing, singing, rhythmic music and story-time.

* Eats meals/snacks with the children in order to model proper manners and nutritional practices.

* Assists in the tooth brushing or mouth care activities with children on a daily basis. Disinfects toothbrushes daily and replaces mangled toothbrushes as needed. Cleans/disinfects surfaces, toys and materials according to the required schedule.

* Reports suspected abuse/neglect/maltreatment and other social service related incidents to the appropriate ECE staff. Reports any repairs and maintenance needs concerning the center or classroom facility and playground to the ECE Program Manager.

* Attends and participates in all scheduled staff meetings and ongoing training designed for ECE Teaching Staff as well as supplemental education training. Serves on at least three (2) job related committees annually.

* Works cooperatively with identified disabilities services staff in the development of goals for pre-school children with disabilities, the provision of direct services and any required documentation.

* Implements in accordance with the Teacher/Assistant Teacher a developmentally appropriate curriculum for children based on the individual interests, needs and abilities of the children in the classroom and the group as a whole. Sets up the pre-school classroom for daily activities and teaches lessons and leads activities assigned. Assists in creating an environment and daily curriculum, which reflects a developmentally appropriate anti-bias, multicultural approach.

* Supervises and participates in developmentally appropriate outdoor play activities daily.

* Cares for pre-children and helps them with dressing and bathroom needs.

* Follows the health check policy to exclude sick children from the SRPMIC Early Childhood Education Center. Administers first aid to the children, if necessary.

* Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Other Characteristics

A willingness to learn and understand:

* The History, culture, traditions, and customs of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

Knowledge of:

* Child growth and development as well as positive discipline techniques

* Principles and practices of…