Early Childhood Teacher....Mentorship Opportunity

About This Role

Little Love's is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher to join our growing team. This is a unique mentorship opportunity for someone who loves working with young children and wants to build a successful career in early childhood education. This is a growth position. No previous employment in childcare is required. We believe great teachers come from many different backgrounds. If you have a heart for children, a strong work ethic, and a desire to learn, we will provide the training, coaching, and support to help you become an outstanding early childhood educator.

What You'll Do

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children.
• Build positive relationships with children and their families.
• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Aid in planning and implementing age-appropriate learning activities.
• Supervise children during indoor play, outdoor play, meals, rest time, and transitions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
• Observe and document children's progress.
• Communicate professionally with families and coworkers.
• Work collaboratively with the Director and teaching team.
• Follow all Arizona licensing, health, and safety requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Genuine love for working with young children.
• Professional, dependable, and punctual.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to accept coaching and feedback.
• Ability to pass all required background checks.
• Ability to meet Arizona requirements for employment in a licensed childcare center.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively participate in classroom and outdoor activities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience caring for children through babysitting, nannying, volunteering, church programs, coaching, or similar activities.
• Coursework in education, child development, psychology, or a related field.
• Currently pursuing a college degree.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Benefits

• No prior childcare employment required—we provide mentoring and training.
• One-on-one mentoring from an educator with more than 33 years of educational experience.
• Professional coaching and career development.
• Opportunity for advancement as the program continues to grow.
• Supportive, family-oriented work environment.
• Small, relationship-focused program where every child is known.
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families while building a meaningful career in education.