Lead Preschool Teacher

Arizona Sunrays
  • Phoenix, Arizona
  • $16–$20 Per Hour
21 days ago

Job Description

Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee discounts
Join Our Sunrays Learning Center Team!
Do you have a heart for helping little ones explore, move, and grow? Are you ready to Bring the Joy to the classroom every single day? If you light up around kids and have energy to spare, you might be the perfect fit for our Learning Center team!
At Sunrays, we believe learning is a journey. Our teachers don’t just instruct; they spark curiosity, celebrate every "I did it!" moment, and help children build lifelong confidence through play, movement, and genuine connection.
Why You’ll Love It Here
  • Lead with Heart: Join a supportive team that treats people with empathy, kindness, and positivity.
  • Go Further Together: Work in a movement-rich environment where we lift each other up and no two days are the same.
  • Embrace the Climb: Grow your career with continuous training, development, and plenty of room to advance.
Perks & Benefits
  • Sunrays Swag & Snacks: Discounts at our café, gift shop, and on classes, camps, and events.
  • Look the Part: Free uniforms provided!
  • Always Evolving: Ongoing training and employee education to help you sharpen your skills.
  • Future Growth: Real opportunities to move into leadership roles.
  • Supportive Care: Paid maternity leave and bereavement pay.
What You’ll Do
  • Create the Magic: Foster a safe, inclusive, and fun classroom where every child feels seen and supported.
  • Dig In: Bring our active learning curriculum to life while letting kids explore their own unique ideas.
  • Lead the Way: Guide playful activities indoors and out—from movement and dance to ninja and more!
  • Cultivate Growth: Encourage social, emotional, and cognitive development through creativity and care.
  • Own It: Partner with your team to maintain high licensing and Sunrays safety standards.
What We’re Looking For
  • A High School Diploma & 6 months in a licensed childcare facility OR
  • NAC / CDA / CCP / CPC OR
  • 12 total credits (6 in ECE) & 6 months child experience OR
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in ECE or a closely related field (no experience necessary!)
    • AND
  • CPR/First Aid certification & AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card.
  • Strength & Agility: Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs and keep up with active kids all day.
  • The Sunrays Factor: A big heart, positive energy, and a passion for helping families thrive.
Become a role model for children in the community!
At Arizona Sunrays, we’re more than a workplace—we’re a family serving families. From first steps to flips, our mission is building lifelong confidence through movement. If you’re ready to Bring the Joy and grow alongside our kids, we’d love to meet you!
Compensation: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Numbers & Facts

LocationPhoenix, Arizona
Salary$16–$20 Per Hour

Skills

  • CPR Certificationunmatched
  • Childcareunmatched
  • Danceunmatched
  • Early Childhood Educationunmatched
  • First Aidunmatched
  • Fitnessunmatched
  • Gymnasticsunmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Licensingunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Nursery School and Preschoolunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched

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