Preschool Teacher

HIGHLANDS RANCH COMMUNITY ASSOC; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community association in Highlands Ranch is seeking a part-time Preschool Teacher to prepare and implement lesson plans for children ages 3-5. The role involves teaching a comprehensive program, maintaining classroom standards, and ensuring excellent communication with parents and staff. Benefits include paid sick leave, employee discounts, and health insurance after one year.

Benefits

Paid Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts (30%)

Referral Program

Recreation Center usage

401k plus company match

Health Insurance

Telehealth

Flex Plans

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Requires a working knowledge of Preschool and Pre-K curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teaches a comprehensive program including Music, Art, Literacy, Math, and Science.
• Writes weekly lesson plans and maintains classroom appearance.
• Demonstrates excellent public relations and customer service skills.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Teacher Qualification letter

Job description

9568 UNIVERSITY BLVD - HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO

Position Type

Part Time

Salary Range

22.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Job Category

Art / Education

Description

General Statement of Duties : Prepares and implements lesson plans and activities for Preschool / Pre-K classes ages 3-5.

Supervision Received : Works under the direction of the Preschool Director and / or Assistant Preschool Director.

Supervision Exercised : Coaches and mentor's Assistants and Aides to create team continuity and productivity in the classroom.

JOB DESCRIPTION :

Examples of Duties : The following examples of duties are intended to be illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Teaches a comprehensive program to include Music, Art, Literacy, Math and Science that correspond to weekly themes and meets benchmarks for gross and fine motor, cognitive, linguistic, social and emotional skill development.
• Write weekly lesson plans and monthly newsletters.
• Maintains and arranges the appearance of the room following Human Services guidelines.
• Prepares supply list for submission to Preschool Director and / or Assistant Preschool Director.
• Attend monthly staff meetings that serve as the required 15 hours of continuing education a year.
• Holds parent conferences twice a year.
• Demonstrates excellent public relations and customer service skills when communicating verbally and in writing with participants, parents, and other staff.
• Performs related duties as assigned and required.
• Maintains a professional attitude while supporting the objectives of the Preschool program.
• Treats all children with dignity and respect.

Physical and Environmental Standards : Must be able to repeatedly sit, walk, stand, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, reach and lift, push, and pull. Ability to communicate face-to-face is needed. Vision requirements include near and far acuity. Must be able to properly lift / move 20 pounds unassisted and 40 pounds with help. Able to move quickly when a child's well-being is in jeopardy.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS :

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

Requires a working knowledge of Preschool and Pre-K curriculum. Demonstrated desire and ability to work with children. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with participants, parents, and coworkers. Ability to understand and follow the guidelines and regulations which govern the HRCA. Must be able to obtain a Teacher Qualification letter from the state / PDIS within 60 days of employment. Must be able to complete all Human Services requirements, CPR and First Aid. Must pass a drug test and background investigation. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with members and co-workers. Ability to reason, problem solve and resolve minor conflicts among parents.

Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Benefits :

Benefits for part time employees include Paid Sick Leave, EAP (Employee Assistance Program), Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts (30%) for Programs and Events, Referral Program, Recreation Center usage.

401k plus company match and Health Insurance, Telehealth and Flex Plans after one year if the minimum hours requirement is determined.

Education : Criteria must be met for the Colorado Department of Human Service requirements for Lead Teacher.