Preschool Teacher Job at Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center, Tempe, AZ

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  • Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center
  • Tempe, AZ

Job Description

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.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Local area, Monday to Friday,

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