Lincoln Learning Assistant Teacher PRN
Phoenix, AZ 
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Overview

Lincoln Learning Center

Per Diem / On-Call

Varied hours between 5:45am and 6:30pm, 8-hour shifts

A licensed, accredited childcare and early education program, Lincoln Learning Center is one of the few schools in Arizona to meet the nation's highest standards for child development and school readiness. In fact, Lincoln Learning Center has been accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children - Academy of Early Childhood Programs since 1993. The program has also been recognized as a First Things First Quality Site. This is due to the center's commitment to health and safety for children, including a full-time registered nurse on site, a part-time childcare health consultant and a locked, password-protected, inner security door that separates the front office from the rest of the center.

Looking to be part of something more meaningful? At HonorHealth, you'll be part of a team, creating a multi-dimensional care experience for our patients. You'll have opportunities to make a difference. From our Ambassador Movement to our robust training and development programs, you can select where and how you want to make an impact.

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HonorHealth is one of Arizona's largest nonprofit healthcare systems, serving a population of five million people in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. The comprehensive network encompasses six acute-care hospitals, an extensive medical group with primary, specialty and urgent care services, a cancer care network, outpatient surgery centers, clinical research, medical education, a foundation, an accountable care organization, community services and more. With nearly 14,000 team members, 3,700 affiliated providers and hundreds of volunteers dedicated to providing high quality care, HonorHealth strives to go beyond the expectations of a traditional healthcare system to improve the health and well-being of communities across Arizona. Learn more at HonorHealth.com.



Responsibilities

Job Summary
The Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting the other teaching staff in the care, supervision, health and safety of children in one specific age group or multi-age groupings. Performs duties as planned in co-operation with the Lead Teacher or Teacher in charge, in accordance to the guidelines and standards of AZ Dept of Health Services (ADHS), Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), and the Academy for Early Childhood Program Accreditation outlined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Co-ordinates with the Lead Teacher or Teacher in the care, organization and cleanliness of the indoor/outdoor equipment and materials.
  • Assists in the development of age-appropriate curriculum.
    Participates in co-operation with the other teaching staff in providing input for planning and implementing a curriculum that meets the criteria of National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) as demonstrated by observation and documentation.
    Plans and maintains schedules and routines.
  • Assists in providing a safe, stimulating physical environment.
    Coordinates with all staff to meet center goals to keep the environment safe, clean, healthy and organized per Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) guidelines as demonstrated by observation and feedback.
    Participate in the maintenance and arrangement of all classroom and playground equipment and materials as demonstrated by documentation and observation.
  • Maintains communication with parents, children, and staff.
    After consultation with the lead teacher and or coordinator parents will be consulted about their children's needs and careful follow through will occur in a timely manner.
    Parents and children will be acknowledged and assisted during drop off and pick-up time. All relevant information will be communicated to parents through children's daily logs. Information will be communicated to classroom staff through the classroom journal.
    Listens attentively to children, clearly responds to their questions and requests.
    Encourages children of all ages to use language by clearly repeating their sounds, asking open ended questions, and providing opportunities for positive interaction and dialogue throughout their day.
  • Practices appropriate guidance and discipline techniques as outlined by ADHS and NAEYC. Age appropriate guidance is used for each group assigned. Respect and caring for each child is demonstrated at all times.
    Assists in ensuring that attendance rosters, flash counts are maintained as required from the beginning to the end of the day and submitted to the coordinator.
    Assists in ensuring that all staff is made aware of the needs of children who require special care including those with individual education plans (IEPs) and medical needs.
  • Communicates clearly and tactfully, both orally and in writing, with co-workers, parents and other customers.
  • Seeks assistance from in charge staff such as Lead Teacher or Coordinator to proof read written communication before sending it home to parents, etc.

Qualifications

Education
High School Diploma or GED Required

Experience
6 months experience working with children in a licensed childcare facility Required

Licenses and Certifications
Current Child Care First Aid within 1 week of date of hire into position 7 Days Required
Fingerprint Clearance Card - State Current Arizona Dept. of Health Services Fingerprint Clearance Card Upon Hire Required
Food Service\Food Handlers Card - Food Handlers Card Food Handlers card required within 7 days of employment 7 Days Required
Driver License Valid driver's license Required
Other For those Assistant Teacher positions that will be required to drive HonorHealth vehicles, incumbent must have a clean driving record as defined by HonorHealth Network Driver Qualification Policy Q-359 (available upon request) and meet the following:
1) Must Be at least 21 years of age
2) Provide a current and valid Arizona driver's license
3) Have a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) from the Department of Motor Vehicles obtained and reviewed by Human Resources
4) Successfully complete the next available, quarterly conducted, in-house training HonorHealth Defensive Driving Course and provide a certificate of completion.
Required


It is the policy of HonorHealth to provide equal opportunity in employment. Selection and employment of applicants will be made on the basis of their qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
0 to 1 year
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