Preschool Group Leader

27J Schools; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 56,482,000 - 67,502,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

27J Schools in the Denver metro area is seeking a Preschool Group Leader to provide direct support to at-risk preschoolers and those with disabilities. Under the guidance of the Early Childhood/Special Education Teacher, you will deliver large and small group instruction and one-on-one lessons as directed.

You will assist with personal care tasks, collect observations, and help transfer progress data into program systems.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with preschool age children from diverse backgrounds.
• Universal Precaution certification required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must pass Colorado and FBI background checks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support preschoolers in the educational environment with staff collaboration.
• Prepare instructional materials for group activities per lesson plans.
• Assist with data collection for progress monitoring and input data into systems.
• Support IEP goals under supervision of Early Childhood staff.
• Assist with toileting, self-care, feeding, and transitions as needed.
• Ensure classroom sanitation and equipment maintenance per regulations.

Skills

Preschool support

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safety/compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Colorado Level 3 credential

ECE coursework (ECE101 & ECE103)

Job description

To drive our mission, 27J Schools employs over 2,000 team members in a variety of professions including educators, administrators, secretaries, accountants, software engineers, programmers, custodians, student support paras, and more.In facilities & operations, we have opportunities for HVAC techs, groundskeepers, electricians, construction managers, school safety personnel, planners, and maintenance.

Located in the Denver metro area 27J is close to the city, DEN airport, Boulder and all the best Colorado has to offer. We empower students in Brighton, Commerce City and Thornton.

DESCRIPTION

This position provides direct support and supervision to students enrolled in a 27J Preschool classroom, consisting of at-risk preschoolers ages 4 & 5, as well as preschoolers with disabilities ages 3, 4 & 5. Preschool Group Leaders work under the direct authority and supervision of the certified Early Childhood/Special Education Teacher. They can provide large and small group instruction and/or deliver one-on-one lessons and activities as directed by certified staff. In addition, this position provides direct support to all preschoolers as appropriate regarding their personal care needs; such as feeding, potty training, diapering, and/or medical/life skills assistance etc. Individuals are expected to make observations, collect data and maintain accurate student records as well as assist the certified staff in transferring information into program data systems to document progress monitoring of student performance. Preschool Group Leaders are also responsible to provide direct supervision to students during recess, before/after school parent drop-off/pick-up and/or transitioning on/off the school bus, this includes signing students on/off the bus in accordance with state and district procedures. Bilingual (English/Spanish) encouraged.

SALARY

Classified - Grade L, starting at $21.66 based on previous job experience, 8.5 hours per day, Tuesday through Friday on the 9-month work calendar, paid over 12 months. Position is eligible for benefits.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and support preschoolers throughout their educational environment, communicate with certified staff as appropriate to ensure student access to their educational environment as well as student safety and security at all times.
• Prepare instructional materials for small and large group activities and implement the daily lesson plan as directed by certified staff. Modify and/or adapt instructional materials to support the participation of students with disabilities in the lesson/activity.
• Assist with classroom observation and data collection for Teaching Strategies GOLD and IEP goals/objectives progress as well as with the input of the data into appropriate computer based system under the supervision of the certified Early Childhood/Special Education Teacher.
• Assist with the implementation of student's individual education program (IEP) for students with disabilities under the direction of the certified Early Childhood Special Education Teacher and/or other certified Special Service providers.
• Supervise and assist students with toileting, diapering, self-care (e.g. washing face and hands, changing clothes, getting coat/supplies/backpack ready for transitions etc.), eating and tube feeding, etc. as necessary and appropriate.
• Sanitize the classroom, student toys, and equipment, as well as ensure that toys, equipment and materials are in good repair at all time in accordance with Department of Health and Human Services licensure regulations.
• Participate in preschool team meetings, building staff meeting, district-wide preschool meetings as well as trainings and professional development as directed by the building Administration, direct supervisor, and Special Education Coordinator.
• Attend student staffings and/or parent meetings at the request of the certified Early Childhood/Special Education Teacher and/or Special Service Provider.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work with preschool age children and with children from various backgrounds.
• Universal Precaution certification required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred, but not required.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently.
• Must be able to pass a Colorado and Federal Bureau of Investigation background check.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent as well as:

• A current Colorado Level 3 credential through Colorado Shines; or,
• Two college classes from a regionally accredited college or university: Early Childhood Development (ECE101) and Guidance Strategies for Children (ECE 103).
• Individual must participate in a minimum of 15 clock hours annually of professional development related to Child Development and/or Early Childhood Education

EXPERIENCE

• The ability to speak/read/write in English and interpret documents such as lesson plans, behavior Intervention Plans, IEPs, staff and student handbooks.
• Requires the ability to focus on details in order to collect data, write routine reports, and relay accurate information between certified staff.
• Must have basic operating knowledge of general office equipment, such as computers, fax and copy machines.