Preschool Pre-K Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Are you passionate about working with children in a positive, supportive environment? We'd love to meet you!

Grow and Learn Preschool is a family-owned preschool where every child—and every team member—is valued. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, collaborative culture where teachers are supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference.

Our program blends hands-on learning, age-appropriate academics, creative play, and plenty of fun throughout the day, helping children develop a lifelong love of learning.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity with a close-knit team and the potential to grow into a full-time role, we'd love to hear from you!

• Create a warm, safe, and nurturing classroom where children feel valued and excited to learn.
• Plan and lead engaging, hands-on lessons and activities that support children's language, cognitive, social-emotional, and motor development.
• Teach foundational early learning skills, including colors, shapes, letters, numbers, and early literacy concepts.
• Foster children's curiosity, creativity, confidence, and independence through play-based and teacher-guided learning.
• Supervise children throughout the day, ensuring their safety during classroom activities, outdoor play, and snack time.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow team members.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and inviting classroom environment that promotes learning and exploration.
• Follow all Arizona state licensing regulations and Grow and Learn Preschool policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the Director and teaching team to provide the highest quality care and education for every child.

• Must be 18 years of age or older .
• Minimum 2 years of Preschool or Pre-K teaching experience in a licensed facility.
• High school diploma or GED required. Coursework in Early Childhood Education (18 credit hours or more) is preferred and may satisfy Arizona teacher qualifications.
• Must obtain and maintain an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card .
• Must successfully pass all required background checks.
• Must create an account with the Arizona Workforce Registry and complete all required Arizona DES training within the required timeframe.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification , or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
• Reliable, dependable, and passionate about working with young children.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Child Care Discount
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Competitive pay starting at $15.50/hour and higher based on experience and qualifications
• Supportive, family-owned preschool with a positive team culture
• Monday–Friday schedule (no nights or weekends)
• Meaningful work where you can make a difference in children's lives every day

At Grow and Learn Preschool, we're more than just a childcare center—we're a close-knit team dedicated to helping young children build confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

As a locally owned, AZDHS-licensed preschool serving Queen Creek families for over 20 years, we pride ourselves on maintaining small class sizes, fostering meaningful relationships, and creating a positive, supportive workplace where teachers are valued.

If you're passionate about early childhood education and want to make a real difference in children's lives while working alongside a caring and collaborative team, we'd love to meet you.