Infant Teacher

Academy Child Care; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Academy Child Care in Denver, CO seeks a passionate Infant Assistant Teacher to lead a classroom of young learners and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum promoting emotional, social, and early academic growth in a warm, nurturing environment.

The role involves planning age-appropriate activities, tracking progress, collaborating with a three-teacher team, and maintaining a safe, clean classroom while communicating regularly with parents and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Experience in preschool or early childhood setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of child development and best teaching practices.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to create a warm, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations for preschool classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities.
• Foster critical thinking, creativity, and a love of learning.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Track and document children's progress and development.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to support each child's needs.
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers.
• Follow all safety, health, and classroom management protocols.
• Address and document behavioral or developmental concerns.

Skills

Preschool teaching experience

Child development knowledge

Classroom management

Inclusive learning environment

Health & safety regs

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Location

2860 North Speer Blvd Denver, CO 80211

Job Summary

We're seeking a passionate and energetic Infant assistant teacher to lead a classroom of young learners through an engaging and successful school year. In this role, you'll create and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that promotes emotional, social, and academic growth. You'll play a vital role in preparing children for their next educational steps in a warm, welcoming environment.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Paid time off aligned with the school calendar, including winter break, spring break, summer break, and additional paid holidays throughout the year
• Supportive three teacher teaching teams
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Make a lasting impact on children's lives every day

What You'll Do

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities
• Foster critical thinking, creativity, and a love of learning
• Maintain a clean, safe, and nurturing classroom environment
• Track and document children's progress and development
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to support each child's needs
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers
• Follow all safety, health, and classroom management protocols
• Address and document behavioral or developmental concerns

What We're Looking For

• Previous teaching experience in a preschool or early childhood setting (preferred)
• Strong understanding of child development and best teaching practices
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Ability to create a warm, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations for preschool classrooms

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday-Friday