Preschool Teacher

Position Summary: This position requires a dedicated and compassionate individual to provide high-quality care and support to preschool-aged children, both with and without Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), in a daycare/preschool setting. By instructing young children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school success, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and well-being of young children in a supportive and enriching environment. Candidates with experience/exposure to working with children in a preschool or daycare setting are encouraged to apply!

Your Role at SARRC

Assist in the development and implementation of weekly and daily lesson plans.

Complies fully with all medical records and information privacy regulations, local, state and federal.

Plans individual and group activities to stimulate growth in language, social, and motor skills such as learning to listen to instructions, playing with others, and using play equipment.

Sets up the classroom with all necessary materials while appropriately organizing and constructing activities and classroom zones.

Continually interacts with all children in the classroom including instructing children on practices of personal cleanliness and self-care.

Create a safe learning environment and attend to children’s basic needs; Maintain DHS health and sanitation guidelines

Collect data on student performance and learning.

Communicate with students, parents, and staff on a daily basis in regard to observations, progress, concerns, questions, preferences, etc.

Who You Are

High school diploma or equivalent. Degree from an accredited college or university in the field of teaching, child development, social work or similar course of study preferred.

Experience in childcare, education, and/or within a pre-school or daycare setting preferred.

Demonstrated ability to relate to and work with diverse backgrounds, human capabilities and limitations, and cultures.

Interest in service to individuals with specialized and occasionally complex needs.

Salary

$17/hr

Hours / Location

Full-time

Monday - Friday

We have availability at the following locations:

Tempe, AZ (975 E Warner Rd, Tempe, AZ 85284)

Scottsdale, AZ (6535 E Osborn Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251)

Mesa, AZ (2165 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85215)

Robust Benefits Package

Up to 16 days per year paid time off and 8 paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance (majority of coverage paid for by SARRC)

401(k) with 50% company match up to 6%

Internal job growth opportunities

Professional development annual benefit of $1000

Our Story

Established in 1997 by two mothers of children with autism and their developmental pediatrician, SARRC is an internationally recognized nonprofit with a mission to advance research and provide a lifetime of support for individuals with autism and their families. As the state of Arizona’s largest nonprofit serving the autism community, SARRC conducts innovative research, provides evidence-based practices, disseminates effective training, and builds inclusive communities.