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Great Hearts Academies

Pre-K Teacher

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$15.75 - $16.85/hr

Work with Lead Teacher in utilizing The Creative Curriculum and Gold Strategies to execute lessons and assessments. * Cultivate and maintain relationships with students, parents, co-workers, and ...

Great Hearts Academies

Pre-K Lead Teacher

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Utilize The Creative Curriculum and Gold Strategies to execute lessons and assessments. * Hold parent teacher conferences twice a year * Cultivate and maintain relationships with students, parents ...

Great Hearts Academies

Pre-K Teacher

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$15.75 - $16.85/hr

Work with Lead Teacher in utilizing The Creative Curriculum and Gold Strategies to execute lessons and assessments. * Cultivate and maintain relationships with students, parents, co-workers, and ...

Great Hearts Academies

Pre-K Teacher

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$15.75 - $16.85/hr

Work with Lead Teacher in utilizing The Creative Curriculum and Gold Strategies to execute lessons and assessments. * Cultivate and maintain relationships with students, parents, co-workers, and ...

Great Hearts Academies

Preschool Teacher

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$15.75 - $16.85/hr

Work with Lead Teacher in utilizing The Creative Curriculum and Gold Strategies to execute lessons and assessments. * Cultivate and maintain relationships with students, parents, co-workers, and ...

Great Hearts Academies

Pre-K Teacher

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$15.75 - $16.85/hr

Work with Lead Teacher in utilizing The Creative Curriculum and Gold Strategies to execute lessons and assessments. * Cultivate and maintain relationships with students, parents, co-workers, and ...

Great Hearts Academies

Pre-school teacher

Buckeye, AZ · On-site

$15.75 - $16.85/hr

Work with Lead Teacher in utilizing The Creative Curriculum and Gold Strategies to execute lessons and assessments. * Cultivate and maintain relationships with students, parents, co-workers, and ...

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How much do creative curriculum jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for creative curriculum in Arizona is $81,682.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,300.00 and $88,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Creative Curriculum?

A Creative Curriculum job typically involves designing and implementing educational programs that foster creativity, critical thinking, and student engagement. Professionals in this role develop lesson plans, incorporate hands-on activities, and adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs. They often work in early childhood education, elementary schools, or specialized learning programs. The goal is to create an enriching learning environment that encourages exploration, problem-solving, and self-expression.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Creative Curriculum specialist?

As a Creative Curriculum Specialist, your daily tasks commonly include designing and reviewing lesson plans, collaborating with teachers to implement engaging learning activities, and evaluating the effectiveness of curriculum materials. You may also facilitate training sessions for educators, provide classroom support, and ensure alignment with educational standards. This role often involves a mix of independent planning and teamwork, making strong communication and organizational skills invaluable. Your efforts contribute directly to fostering a rich, dynamic learning environment for students.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Creative Curriculum position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Creative Curriculum Specialist, you need expertise in curriculum design, instructional strategies, and child development, often supported by a degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with educational standards, digital lesson planning tools, and early childhood education frameworks is typically essential. Strong creativity, collaboration, and adaptability help you tailor learning experiences to diverse classrooms and team situations. These skills ensure effective and engaging educational programs that meet both student needs and institutional goals.

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Infographic showing various Creative Curriculum job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 29% Full Time, and 71% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $81,682 per year, or $39.3 per hour.

Master Teacher - Early Learning Tolleson

Tolleson, AZ • On-site

Valley of the Sun YMCA
Fitness and Sports Centers • 1 - 5K employees
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$18.88 - $20.77/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Description
The Valley of the Sun YMCA is honored to be among the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States, recognized for transforming our culture, vision, and operations. With 12 branches across the Valley and Northern Arizona, along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott, we are a rapidly growing, cause-driven organization. Our mission is to enhance the nation's health and well-being while creating opportunities to give back and support our communities. If you are dedicated to being part of a greater movement, a career with the YMCA is for you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A MASTER TEACHER:
BE WELL
  • Serves as a model classroom practitioner, demonstrating best practices in child supervision, safety, health, and developmentally appropriate instruction.
  • Maintains a high-quality learning environment that exceeds licensing and program quality standards.
  • Supports classroom staff in implementing child protection, risk management, and safety procedures.
  • Partners with Site Directors to monitor classroom quality, curriculum fidelity, assessment practices, and learning environments.
  • Assists in preparing for Quality First, accreditation, licensing, and other quality improvement reviews.
  • Promotes children's physical, social-emotional, and cognitive well-being through responsive teaching practices.

DO GOOD
  • Builds strong, positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.
  • Serves as a mentor and coach to Assistant Teachers, Teachers, and Lead Teachers through observation, modeling, and feedback.
  • Supports family engagement initiatives and promotes meaningful partnerships between families and the Early Learning Center.
  • Champions diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in classroom practices and interactions.
  • Models YMCA values and helps cultivate a culture of respect, collaboration, and continuous learning.

LEAD CHANGE
  • Leads implementation of Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG), and other evidence-based instructional frameworks used by the YMCA. The Lead Teacher role already includes responsibility for curriculum planning, assessment, portfolios, and classroom leadership, which this position expands to a site-wide coaching and quality role.
  • Analyzes assessment and program quality data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Provides professional development, training, coaching, and onboarding support for classroom staff.
  • Supports implementation of organizational initiatives, curriculum enhancements, and quality improvement plans.
  • Partners with Site Directors and organizational leadership to strengthen instructional practices and child outcomes.
  • Encourages innovation and continuous improvement across all early learning classrooms.
  • Responsible for additional duties, as assigned.

*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.
REQUIREMENTS TO BE A MASTER TEACHER:
  • Minimum 21 years of age.
  • Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required. Approved education attainment plan may be considered.
  • Minimum five years of experience in an early learning environment with at least two years in a lead teacher role.
  • Strong knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
  • Current or ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, and Fingerprint Clearance. Experience with Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies Gold, and Tadpoles preferred
  • Demonstrated experience supporting Quality First, NAEYC Accreditation, Head Start Performance Standards, or similar quality systems.

FULL TIME BENEFITS:
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Free YMCA Family Membership
  • Employee Program Rewards and Discounts
  • Paid Vacation & Sick Leave (Once Accrued)
  • 403b Retirement Savings Account Upon Hire
  • Professional Development Opportunities & Trainings
  • 12% Employer Funded Retirement Plan (Once Eligible)
  • Health Benefits Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance

OUR YMCA CULTURE:
The Valley of the Sun YMCA has been a trusted place of belonging, growth, and opportunity. We are for strengthening families, and creating opportunities for every child, teen, adult and senior to thrive. Guided by our call to Be Well. Do Good. Lead Change. Our goal is to expand access, deepen impact and secure a sustainable future for the Y across Arizona.
Valley of the Sun YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this opening. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.
Our YMCA promotes a safe environment that is free from abuse. No form of abuse will be tolerated. All allegations of abuse will be taken seriously and responded to in accordance with our Abuse Response Process.
This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

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