Job detail
Early Childhood Specialist - Phoenix, AZ
A New Leaf
FULL_TIME
Posted 2/27/2026
Location
Phoenix, Arizona
Salary
$18 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
Responsibilities include completing child screenings and developmental assessments using tools like construct, asq, and deca, and utilizing the construct curriculum for lesson planning and teaching documentation. The specialist must also plan developmentally appropriate activities to foster growth across all developmental areas.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess at least a high school diploma or ged and a child development associate (Cda credential) is required. A minimum of one year of work experience in a licensed childcare setting is mandatory, with preference given to those with an aa in ece or related field, or 2 years of childcare experience.
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Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Competitive Pay
- Short-Term Disability
- 401(K)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- AD&D
- Direct Deposit
- Accrued Sick Time
- Team Member Appreciation Event
- Accrued Vacation Time