Preschool Teacher
About This Role
We are seeking a warm, collaborative, and passionate Pre-K teacher to join our Reggio Emilia-inspired Jewish preschool community. Our program values child-led learning, creativity, relationship-based teaching, and meaningful connections to Jewish values, traditions, and community.
The ideal candidate is nurturing, reflective, and enthusiastic about creating engaging, play-based learning experiences that honor children’s curiosity and individuality. Teachers work closely with children, families, and colleagues to create a supportive classroom environment rooted in exploration, inclusion, and social-emotional growth.
Candidates should have experience working with young children, strong communication skills, and a commitment to ongoing professional learning. Familiarity with the Reggio Emilia Approach and Jewish early childhood education is a plus.
Why work here?
- Purpose: This is not just a job! We're all working together to make a difference in the lives of children and families at TCECC.
- Consistency: Teachers have consistent schedules and consistent pay.
- Professionalism: We value our team of educators as professionals and see that the families and community do as well.
- Support: Supporting teachers in the classroom is the administrative and leadership teams #1 job.
- Benefits: Healthcare, paid holidays, paid time off, sick leave, and child-care discounts.
- Growth: Internal advancement opportunities and paid professional development.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
Job responsibilities include:
- Provide social/emotional, physical, cognitive support for children.
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum to support the educational growth of children.
- Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities/experiences to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
- Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
- Follow all Arizona State licensing guidelines.
- Be able to lift and carry children (ages may vary from infants to 5 years old)
- Communicate effectively and efficiently with parents through informal discussions, parent-communication app, and parent-teacher conferences
- Work cooperatively and respectfully with all team members
Requirements
- Must clear full background check.
- Must have graduated high school
- Must be able to obtain Fingerprint Clearance Card by AZDPS
- At least 6 months of prior early childhood education experience
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong understanding of child development and willingness to continue to learning
- Ability to work well with others (staff, children, parents) and foster a team environment in the classroom.
- Flexible and dependable when it comes to scheduling.
Nice to Have
- Professional childcare experience
- AA, BA, or master's degree in early childhood or related field
- Ability to work over the summer
- Ability to work until close (5:30pm)
Benefits
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
A CDA is preferred for this role.
What does this position pay?
This Preschool Teacher role pays $18 to $19.50/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Temple Chai Early Childhood Center located?
Temple Chai Early Childhood Center is located at 6025 East Bell Road, Scottsdale, AZ