Upkid

Preschool Teacher - Tempe

Tempe, arizona
Our Mission Child care providers are the unsung heroes of our nation. Our goal is to support them so they can continue to do the important work of caring for the next generation. Founded by Childcare Professionals and Parents We are a team of former childcare professionals and parents and we have experienced how hard it can be to find child care. As we dug into it more, we found that there is a child care shortage in America and that if child care providers had a solution to help them with their staffing issues that we could help solve it. So that's what we set out to do through Upkid.

Job Description

Preschool Teacher

Posted: Tuesday, 9/30/2025

Join Our Family as a Preschool Teacher!

Are you passionate about sparking curiosity, nurturing young minds, and celebrating the magic of the early years? Do you believe that play is the most important kind of learning? If so, we'd love for you to bring your enthusiasm and expertise to our warm and wonderful preschool community!

We’re not just looking for a teacher; we’re looking for a dedicated and joyful guide who is ready to make a real difference in the lives of our 3- to 5-year-old learners. Our school is a place where every child feels seen, loved, and encouraged to explore, question, and grow.

The Role: Your Day-to-Day Adventures

As our Preschool Teacher, you will be the heart of the classroom, responsible for creating an engaging, safe, and stimulating environment where our little learners can thrive. Your main responsibilities will include:

  1. Designing Engaging Activities: Developing and implementing a creative, age-appropriate curriculum based on our play-based philosophy that incorporates literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development.
  2. Creating a Nurturing Environment: Maintaining a positive, safe, and organized classroom where all children feel comfortable and excited to learn.
  3. Guiding Young Learners: Using positive guidance techniques to support children's social and emotional growth, helping them learn to share, communicate, and solve conflicts.
  4. Building Partnerships: Establishing open, friendly, and consistent communication with parents, sharing daily updates, milestones, and celebrating their child's progress.
  5. Collaborating: Working closely with your teaching team and the Director to ensure a cohesive and high-quality educational experience.
  6. Observing & Assessing: Thoughtfully observing and documenting children's progress to inform lesson planning and assess developmental milestones.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

  1. A genuine love for children and a deep understanding of early childhood development.
  2. An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (or a related field) or equivalent experience/certification required by state licensing.
  3. Proven experience working with preschool-age children (ages 3-5).
  4. A resourceful and creative approach to problem-solving and lesson planning.
  5. Excellent communication skills and a desire to partner effectively with families.
  6. A positive, flexible, and energetic attitude—a good sense of humor is a definite plus!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We believe that our teachers are our greatest asset, and we strive to create a supportive and appreciative workplace. When you join us, you can expect:

  1. A collaborative and friendly work environment where your ideas are valued.
  2. Dedicated time for planning and professional development.
  3. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (including health insurance, paid time off, etc.).
  4. A beautiful, well-equipped classroom and plenty of resources to bring your lessons to life.
  5. The incredible joy of being part of a child's most formative years!

Ready to inspire the next generation of thinkers and dreamers? We can’t wait to meet you!

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