Preschool Teacher

Family Star, Inc.

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Educational Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Family Star Montessori in Denver’s Northwest location is seeking a full-time Preschool Teacher to work in tandem with a Lead Teacher. The role involves maintaining a safe, engaging Montessori classroom and collaborating with families to support each child’s development.

The ideal candidate has Montessori experience, a high school diploma or GED, and CDA or equivalent (or will obtain within a year). English proficiency and the ability to work varied hours are required.

Qualifications

Must have minimum high school diploma or GED.
Experience in Montessori setting.
Current CDA or equivalent or must obtain within 1 year.
2–4 years of preschool teaching experience.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent English communication skills.
Ability to work the hours required by the organization.

Responsibilities

Interact with children in a calm, respectful manner.
Maintain a safe, clean, and well-supplied classroom.
Follow health and safety procedures.
Prepare Montessori materials and share responsibilities with Lead Teacher.
Communicate with families; participate in events as needed.
Support ongoing professional development.

Skills

Montessori experience

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or equivalent (within 1 year)

Job description

Description

Family Star Montessori is currently seeking a Preschool Teacher at our Northwest location. This full-time position works in the classroom in tandem with a Lead Teacher, who report to the NW School Director.

Major Responsibilities:

I. INTERACTIONS WITH CHILDREN

Interact with an open, honest, and loving manner, always with dignity and respect
Be consistent with words and actions
Trust that children are able to do tasks independently
Be aware of the child’s concentration and avoid disturbing it at all costs
Consider children’s individual learning in relationship to their temperament, development, cultural and socio-economic background

II. INTERACTIONS WITH FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES

Respectfully, courteously, and professionally include families in our Montessori environment; actively encourage and support family participation in program activities
Communicate daily with parents regarding progress, interactions, and incidents; and work collaboratively to meet children’s needs
Understand when to answer inquiries and when to refer them to another team member
Participate in family nights, conferences, and home visits as needed
Participate in community and public relation events as needed

III. LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

Calmly and efficiently assist in maintaining a safe and prepared; keeping it clean, supplied and in good order
Follow all health and safety procedures
Ensure children are supervised at all times
Assist in preparing and maintaining Montessori materials in the classroom
Follow compliance guidelines while sharing the responsibility of food preparation
Effectively communicate and collaborate with classroom teammates
Work closely with sister classroom to share responsibilities flexible to assist in other classrooms as needed
Sustain the team, environment, and classroom paperwork in the absence of the Lead Teacher
Consistently complete and maintain pertinent child-related paperwork timely
Complete opening or closing responsibilities based on the schedule of the position
Please Note: Family Star can only consider candidates eligible to work in the US and are unable to sponsor at this time

IV. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Participate in training programs, educational conferences, professional days, staff meetings, and other courses pertinent to professional growth
Collaborate with supervisor to develop and implement professional development plan

Requirements

Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or a GED
Must have experience working with children in a Montessori setting
Must have a current CDA or equivalent or obtain a CDA within one (1) year of hire date
2-4 years of teaching experience with preschool children
Must be motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team
Must demonstrate a positive attitude with a commitment to customer service
Must have oral and written proficiency in the English language
Must be able to work the hours of the position based on the organization’s needs
Must have current Infant/Child CPR, First Aid, Universal Precautions or be obtained within first 90 days
Must complete clearance of a background check, post-offer, pre-employment physical, and TB test
Please Note: Family Star can only consider candidates eligible to work in the US and are unable to sponsor at this time

Desired Qualifications/Skills/Licenses/Certifications:

Advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, Center Director qualifications or equivalent
Experience working in an Early Head Start or Head Start setting
Experience working with children and families of diverse populations
Bilingual (English/Spanish)

About Family Star:

For over 35 years, Family Star Montessori’s two Denver locations have been transforming early childhood education by uniquely combining Montessori philosophy with Early Head Start/Head Start programing. We believe in creating inclusive and nurturing spaces to every child, which is essential in preparation for a successful future and of a lifetime of learning.Family Star supports the individual needs of each child and empowers them to achieve their human potential, resulting in students who grow up to be more confident, enthusiastic, and self-directed learners and citizen - accountable to both themselves and their community who think critically, work collaboratively, and act boldly and with integrity.Family Star provides to eligible employees Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life insurance as well as 401(k) Retirement plan with company match, and generous paid holidays and PTO. Be part of the Family at Family Star by applying today!Benefits:

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