Preschool Associate Teacher: Inclusive, Engaging Classrooms

The University Of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition benefit

Eco pass

Job summary

The Fisher Early Learning Center, part of the Morgridge College of Education at the University of Denver, seeks an Associate Teacher to support cognitive, social-emotional, and language development in infants to preschoolers.

Responsibilities include assisting with curriculum, family communication, and stepping in for the Lead Teacher when needed within an inclusive, developmentally appropriate setting.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent credits in ECE, Elementary Education, Special Education, Family and Child Development or Child Psychology.
• Early Childhood Professional Credential ECPD 3.0 through Colorado PDIS immediately following hire.
• One year or more of experience working with children.
• Willingness to work with children in an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teaching team in planning, organizing, implementing, and delivering program services aligned with the center’s mission and philosophy.
• Support development and implementation of classroom curriculum and individualized learning plans.
• Assist with family communication to support each child’s development and learning experience.
• Lead classroom activities, curriculum implementation, and family communication in the absence of the Lead Teacher.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to create a supportive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Team oriented

Organized

Digital literacy

Child development

Education

Associate degree in ECE

Bachelor's degree in ECE

Early Childhood Professional Credential ECPD 3.0

Job description

The Fisher Early Learning Center, part of the Morgridge College of Education at the University of Denver, seeks an Associate Teacher to support cognitive, social-emotional, and language development in infants to preschoolers.

Responsibilities include assisting with curriculum, family communication, and stepping in for the Lead Teacher when needed within an inclusive, developmentally appropriate setting.