Preschool Teacher

Merryhill-School-8; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

85% off Child Care Tuition for the 1st

401k with company matching (up to 6%)

Professional development opportunities

Supportive, collaborative culture

Rewarding early education experience

Job summary

Merryhill Preschool is seeking a dedicated preschool teacher to design and deliver engaging lessons that promote early literacy, exploration, and critical thinking. The role runs 8:30 AM–5:30 PM, Monday–Friday, with a focus on play-based learning, independence, and collaboration with families.

You must be at least 18, have a High School Diploma or GED, Colorado Shines PDIS Level 2+, and at least 6 months of licensed childcare teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Colorado Shines PDIS Level 2 or higher.
• Minimum of 6 months prior teaching experience in a licensed childcare center.
• A nurturing personality with patience, flexibility, and a genuine love for working with babies.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Must be available to work 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Design and deliver engaging lessons that promote exploration, early literacy, and critical thinking.
• Encourage independence and collaboration through hands-on, play-based learning.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children and their families.
• Partner with fellow teachers and school leaders to create a warm, inclusive classroom environment.
• Support the school community through teamwork, creativity, and a shared passion for excellence.

Skills

Nurturing personality

Patience

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Colorado Shines PDIS Level 2 or higher

Tools

Colorado Shines PDIS Level 2+

Job description

What You’ll Do:

• Must be available to work 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Design and deliver engaging lessons that promote exploration, early literacy, and critical thinking.
• Encourage independence and collaboration through hands-on, play-based learning.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children and their families.
• Partner with fellow teachers and school leaders to create a warm, inclusive classroom environment.
• Support the school community through teamwork, creativity, and a shared passion for excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Have an awarded High School Diploma or GED.
• Colorado Shines PDIS Level 2 or higher
• Minimum of 6 months prior teaching experience in a licensed childcare center.
• A nurturing personality with patience, flexibility, and a genuine love for working with babies.
• Authorization to work in the United States

Why Join Merryhill Preschool

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 85% off Child Care Tuition for the first child.
• 401k with company matching up to 6% annually.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Supportive, collaborative culture focused on teacher success.
• A rewarding opportunity to shape children’s first school experiences in a learning environment.