Thank you for your interest in working at Desert Spring. We are currently hiring for the 2026-2027 school year, beginning in late July 2026. Qualified candidates should submit a resume and letter of interest to the Director, Hypatia Luna at hypatia@desertspringschool.org
Position(s) Overview
Desert Spring is seeking full-time teachers for toddler and preschool classrooms for the 2026–2027 school year. We are looking for energetic, positive, and team-oriented educators to join our team. Ideal candidates have experience working with young children, a passion for early childhood education, and a commitment to creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Foster warm, respectful, and compassionate communication with children.
- Collaborate with colleagues to design engaging indoor and outdoor classroom environments that promote exploration, independence, and peer-to-peer learning.
- Observe and document children’s learning experiences to highlight their growth and foster reflection.
- Provide hands-on guidance and support during play, exploration, and creative activities.
- Assist children with daily routines, including diapering, potty training, meals, and rest periods.
- Maintain accurate records of children’s progress and well-being.
- Communicate regularly with parents through Procare, email, and virtual meetings as needed.
- Participate actively in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and school-wide events.
- Maintain professional requirements through the Arizona Early Childhood Workforce Registry.
- Keep current fingerprint clearance and TB testing records.
What we are looking for:
- A deep respect for children and their natural curiosity.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with children, families, and colleagues.
- Creativity, flexibility, and enthusiasm for play-based, emergent curriculum.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a dynamic team.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive and respectful learning environment.
- Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism.
About Us
Desert Spring Children’s Center is a non-profit preschool that has been serving families for over 35 years. Our mission is to cultivate a collaborative and compassionate community where children, educators, and families learn and grow together. Our school features beautiful natural outdoor spaces and engaging classrooms that support meaningful play, creative self-expression, and hands-on exploration.
Desert Spring embraces a child-centered, play-based approach inspired by the Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, and Montessori philosophies. We enroll approximately 60 children daily, ages 2 through 5, and are proud to be a Quality First school. Our teachers are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity in abilities, cultures, ethnicities, genders, and identities, reflecting our deep respect for the competence and uniqueness of every child.