Lead Teacher- Preschool

Clayton Early Learning; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,000 sign-on bonus after 90 days

16+ paid company holidays

Accrued vacation time up to 30 days

401(k) with 5% employer match

Job summary

Clayton Early Learning is seeking a Lead Teacher for its Head Start program in Denver, Colorado. You will be responsible for planning and implementing educational programs for children ages 3 to 5. The ideal candidate has a BA in Early Childhood Education or related field and experience working with young children.

Additional benefits include a sign-on bonus, paid holidays, and insurance coverage. Join us in making a positive difference in children's lives!

Qualifications

• Must have 2-3 years of experience working with children ages 0-3.
• At least 1 year of leadership experience is required.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver an infant, toddler, or preschool program based on children's needs.
• Manage the classroom environment and work with parents.
• Provide supervision to the classroom teachers.

Skills

Pediatric first aid

CPR

Experience working with kids and families

Education

BA in ECE or related field with at least 36 ECE credit hours

Valid teaching license through the state of Colorado

Job description

Lead Teacher - Head Start

$1,000 Sign on Bonus available after 90 days!

About the Role

At Clayton Early Learning, we are dedicated to fostering a dynamic environment that supports the growth and development of young children. As a Lead Teacher, you will play a vital role in planning, organizing, implementing, and delivering an infant, toddler or preschool program based on the enrolled children's individual and group’s educational, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional needs. You will also manage the classroom environment and work with parents directly as a member of an interdisciplinary team. You will have the opportunity to provide direct supervision for the classroom, including all areas of personnel actions and management of teachers in your room. We are looking for a Lead Teacher - Head Start who enjoys and has experience with children ages 3 to 5.

If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to be part of a team that's making a difference, we encourage you to apply today!

What This Role Involves

• Develop written plans with the classroom team for daily activities based on children's needs and interests which stimulate learning in all developmental areas (physical, social, emotional, and intellectual) for a class of 8 to 16 children, which may involve some children with disabilities.
• Organize classroom materials and equipment to provide a safe, supportive age‑appropriate environment for children.
• Conduct an annual inventory of existing classroom materials and equipment and future needs.
• Schedule and facilitate team and classroom meetings.
• Identify team resource needs.
• Ensure planning and accurate completion of program projects.
• Audit files, portfolios, lesson plans, etc.
• Provide supervision to the classroom teachers.
• Stay abreast of current issues and theories within the field, and other related matters.
• Provide direct educational services to children and families as a contributing member of the classroom team.
• Plan and participate in the preparation, setup, and clean‑up of meals and snacks.
• Prepare, submit, monitor, and track internal and external reports/documents, which includes but is not limited to screenings, assessments, enrollment, attendance, etc.
• Administer first aid and prepare and submit accident reports.
• Work effectively with the management team to ensure smooth program operations.

What We Are Looking For

• Education: BA in ECE or a related field such as elementary education with at least 36 ECE credit hours OR a valid teaching license through the state of Colorado. Additionally, EQIT or ECE 111 (Infant/Toddler classes).
• Experience: 2-3 years of previous experience working with children ages 0-3 and at least 1 year of leadership experience.
• Skills: Pediatric first aid, CPR, experience working with kids and families.
• Background Check: Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including CBI/FBI fingerprinting, a physical, and a national sex offender registry check.

What We Offer

• $1,000 sign‑on bonus after 90 days
• 16+ paid company holidays
• Spring Break and Winter Break - up to 10 paid days off
• Accrued vacation time (starting at 10 days/year, up to 30 with tenure)
• Paid sick time
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Mental health support through our medical plan and EAP
• Long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) with 5% employer match after 1 year
• FSA plans
• College 529 investment options
• Identity theft protection and more

Compensation

• $50,000-$55,000 annually

Clayton's Core Values

• Collaboration builds trust and relationships and brings new ideas, skills, and knowledge to help us do better work.
• Community fosters resiliency, stability, and strength.
• Fun reduces stress, keeps us motivated, builds connections, and models joy for our children.
• Growth allows us to develop as professionals and provide the best service.
• Stewardship enables us to have the greatest impact with the resources we have.

Clayton Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer that values workplace diversity. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. We prohibit discrimination of employees or applicants on the basis of race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual identity, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, disability, or any other classification considered discriminatory under applicable law.

Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 per year