Assistant Preschool Teacher
- LocationScottsdale, AZ, US
- Work typeOn-site
- Posted26 October 2026
- SourceValley of the Sun Jewish Community Center's careers page (Paylocity)
Live checkFirst seen 6 days ago; still listed on Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center's careers page 51 min ago.
At a glance
- Experience2+ years
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Our vibrant, play-based Jewish preschool is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our exceptional team of educators. This role is ideal for an energetic individual with a passion for making a positive impact on young children and a solid understanding of early childhood development principles.
The Preschool Teacher will support the growth and education of students by utilizing child observation to inform lesson planning and goal setting. This role involves fostering a nurturing classroom environment that supports learning and is tailored to the physical, social, and emotional needs of each child. Additionally, the Preschool Teacher will collaborate with parents, maintaining open and effective communication to strengthen the home-school connection.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains accurate, complete and legible documentation.
- Participates in school-wide events, scheduled meetings and parent- teacher conferences.
- Supports communication with parents about behavior, needs, daily activities, academic performance and social acclimation of children.
- Works alongside lead teacher, parents and the ECC Administration in seeking resolutions to challenging behavior via formal and informal communication methods.
- Works with lead teacher to create age-appropriate lesson plans with developmentally appropriate activities and expectations that address learning styles, abilities, interests, behavior problems, and student specific goals, including customized classroom activities by providing differentiated small and large group instruction.
- Works with lead teacher to establish classroom routines to promote a positive environment conducive to effective instruction and developmentally appropriate experiences.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
- Valid AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card (required)
- Recent negative TB Test (required)
- CPR and First Aid (preferred)
EXPERIENCE
- Associates in Early Education/related field (preferred)
- Minimum of two years classroom experience with children birth to five (preferred)
QUALITIES
- Ability to be flexible in assignment and work hours
- Be flexible and adaptable to change
- Be responsible, reliable and punctual
- Excellent organizational skills
- Implement positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
- Positively accept directions and suggestions
- Proficient in writing and interpersonal skills
- Promote positive interactions with colleagues, parents and students
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Employees may be required to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently.
- Must be able to kneel, crouch, stand, walk, lift and perform repetitive motions for extended periods of time.
- Employees may also be subject to body fluids and odors.
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