State Pre-K Lead Teacher

Learning Care Group; Aurora (CO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in early childhood education is seeking a passionate State Pre-K Lead Teacher in Aurora, Colorado. You will be responsible for developing engaging learning experiences and promoting children's growth while leading classroom operations. The position offers comprehensive benefits including competitive pay based on experience and education, tuition reimbursement, and a childcare discount.

Benefits

50% childcare discount

Flexible schedules

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with company match

Paid sick leave

Qualifications

• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state requirements for education and childcare.

Responsibilities

• Develop fun, interactive learning experiences.
• Promote the growth of preschool children.
• Manage classroom and implement curriculum.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The State Pre-K Lead Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing and instructing based on the needs of each child, and the requirements of the program. We want change makers who never stop being curious, inventive, and open-hearted to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond.

As a Lead Pre-K Teacher, you’ll:

• Create! Develop fun,interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Care! Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool childreninyour class.
• Call the shots! Take the lead onclassroom managementand curriculum implementation,plusbe an expert on all licensing guidelines, company standards and Pre-K program requirements.
• Communicate! Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center’s success.

Wewant energetic, dependable, passionate individualswhoare at least 18 andhave:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Family Studies or related degree
• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements.
• The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options.

Assistant Teacher: $15.00-$17.50

Teacher: $17.00-$18.00

Lead Teacher: $18.00-$22.00

• State Pre-K $19.00-$26.00

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees, Limited medical offered for part-time workers

Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification, 401K (plus company match), life and disability insurance and child care discount available to all employees

All employees in Colorado are eligible for paid sick leave, as required by the Healthy Families Work Act. Full-time employees are provided with 48 hours upon hire and annually each fiscal year thereafter. Part-time and temporary employees earn paid sick leave based upon hours worked.

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis

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Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.