Substitute Preschool Teacher

Family Star Montessori; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Star in Denver seeks a Substitute Teacher to support two classroom locations. You will engage with children aged 0–6 in a Montessori setting, maintain a safe, prepared learning environment, and collaborate closely with families.

This role emphasizes daily communication with parents and adaptive teamwork across classrooms. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid CDA, and 2–4 years of teaching experience with young children.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have experience working with children ages 0-6 in a Montessori setting.
• Must meet state licensing group leader qualifications at time of hire.
• Must have a current CDA.
• 2-4 years of teaching experience with children ages 0-6.
• 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.
• Background check, post-offer, pre-employment physical, and TB test required.
• Family Star can only consider candidates eligible to work in the US and cannot sponsor

Responsibilities

• Interact with children in an open, honest, and loving manner, always with dignity and respect.
• Be consistent: do what you say and say what you do.
• Trust that children are able to do things by themselves.
• Be aware of the child’s concentration and avoid disturbing it at all costs.
• Consider children’s individual learning in relation to temperament and background.
• Communicate daily with parents regarding progress, interactions, and incidents.
• Work collaboratively with families to meet children’s needs.
• Maintain a safe and prepared learning environment following health and safety procedures.
• Prepare and maintain Montessori materials and supervise children.
• Complete required paperwork and fulfill opening/closing responsibilities.

Skills

English proficiency

Spanish (bilingual)

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA (Child Development Associate)

Job description

Substitute Teacher
Family Star is currently seeking to fill the positionofSubstitute Teacherfor our classrooms at our two Denver locations. If you want to make a difference in the lives of some of Denver’s most vulnerable population, Family Star is the place for you!

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Interactions with Children

• Interact with children in an open, honest, and loving manner, always with dignity and respect.
• Be consistent: do what you say and say what you do.
• Trust that children are able to do things by themselves.
• 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.

Interactions with Families and Communities

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

Learning Environment

• Calmly and efficiently assist in maintaining a safe and prepared environment for the children.
• Keep the environment in order: clean, supplied and in good repair.
• Follow all health and safety procedures.
• Ensure children are supervised at all times.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining classroom Montessori materials.
• Follow CACFP guidelines while sharing the responsibility of food preparation.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with classroom teammates.
• Work closely with adjoining classroom to share responsibilities.
• Be flexible to assist in other classrooms as needed.
• Sustain the team, the environment, and the classroom paperwork in the absence of the Lead Teacher.
• Consistently complete and maintain pertinent child-related paperwork in a timely manner.
• Complete opening or closing responsibilities based on the schedule of the position.
• Follow all Family Star policies and procedures.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Professional Development

• Participate in the continuous and creative process to meet individual and program goals through training and professional development.
• Participate in recommended 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 and goals.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or a GED.
• Must have experience working with children ages 0-6 in a Montessori setting.
• Must meet state licensing group leader qualifications at time of hire.
• Must have a current CDA.
• 2-4 years of teaching experience with children ages 0-6 (may be combined with other qualifications.)
• 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.
• 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 QUALIFICATION/ SKILLS/ LICENSES/ CERTIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, Center Director qualifications, or a combination of equivalent experience and education.
• Experience working in an Early Head Start or Head Start setting.
• Experience working with children and families of diverse populations.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.