SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Family Star, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

A community-focused educational organization in Denver is seeking a Substitute Teacher to work with young children in a Montessori setting. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience with children ages 0-6, and a commitment to fostering a nurturing learning environment. Competitive benefits including medical and dental insurance are offered. Join the team and make a difference in children's lives!

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 0-6 in a Montessori setting.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Oral and written proficiency in the English language.

Responsibilities

• Interact with children in an open, honest, and loving manner.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and prepared environment.
• Communicate daily with parents regarding progress.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current CDA

Job description

Family Star is currently seeking to fill the position of Substitute Teacher for 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 include, but are not limited to:

I. 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.

II. 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.

III. 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.

IV. 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.

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 Qualifications/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.

About Family Star

For over 30 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 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: