Assistant Preschool Teacher

ElevatEd; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Planning time

Health insurance

Dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Gan Academy, located in Denver, CO, is hiring a Lead Preschool Teacher to work with children ages 3–4. This school-year position emphasizes warmth, supportive leadership, and strong family relationships while implementing play-based learning and Creative Curriculum with Jewish values.

The successful candidate will lead daily classroom activities, collaborate with families, and uphold licensing, safety, and classroom standards in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Colorado state-mandated early childhood courses completed
• CPR/First Aid certified
• Background check clearance

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a classroom of preschool children ages 3–4
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences
• Observe children and set individual goals based on their development
• Read stories, guide play, extend children’s thinking
• Help children feel heard, safe, important, and respected
• Support Jewish values-based learning in a respectful school environment
• Partner with families through warm, professional communication
• Maintain licensing, safety, supervision, and classroom expectations

Job description

Assistant Preschool Teacher – Ages 3–4

Gan Academy | Denver, CO

$20–$25/hour | School-Year Position | Start Date: August 20, 2026

About Us

Gan Academy is a small, warm Jewish preschool where children are known deeply and teachers are supported personally. Our program combines play-based learning, Creative Curriculum, and joyful Jewish values education. Teachers at Gan Academy work in a close-knit environment with small ratios, strong parent relationships, and a director who is actively present, supportive, and committed to helping teachers succeed. The school emphasizes warmth, respect, kindness, and helping children grow socially, emotionally, academically, and spiritually.

Position Overview

Gan Academy is hiring aLead Preschool Teacherto work primarily with children ages 3–4. This teacher will help lead the classroom day to day, build strong relationships with children and families, support play-based learning, and help implement curriculum and child goals.

This is a strong fit for an educator who is warm, reliable, emotionally steady, and genuinely engaged with young children.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Gets down on the floor or sits at the table to play, read, observe, and interact with children
• Notices each child’s academic, social, and emotional development
• Uses warm language, encouragement, and respectful redirection
• Communicates professionally with families and the director

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a classroom of preschool children ages 3–4
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences
• Observe children and help set individual goals based on their development
• Read stories, guide play, ask questions, and extend children’s thinking
• Help children feel heard, safe, important, and respected
• Support Jewish values-based learning in a respectful school environment
• Partner with families through warm, professional communication
• Maintain licensing, safety, supervision, and classroom expectations

Qualifications

Required:

• Complete Colorado state-mandated early childhood courses
• CPR/First Aid Certified
• Background check clearance

Preferred:

• Experience as a leadteacher or assistant teacher in a preschool setting
• Comfort working in a Jewish values-based school environment

Candidates do not need to be Jewish, but should be respectful of and comfortable supporting the school’s Jewish values, traditions, and family culture.

Compensation & Benefits

• $20–$25/hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Paid time off:5 days
• Paid planning time:1 additional hour per week
• Employer-paid or partially paid health, dental, and/or vision insurance
• Supportive director and close-knit school community
• Paid preparation/orientation time before the school year begins

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday:8:15 AM–3:45 PM
• Friday:8:15 AM–2:30 PMfrom August–October and March onward
• Friday:8:15 AM–1:15 PMfrom approximately October–March
• School-year position beginningAugust 20, 2026