Support Teacher

Primrose School Franchising SPE, LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established private preschool is seeking a dedicated Support Teacher to join their expanding team. This role involves planning and implementing activities that foster the holistic development of children, following the Primrose Balanced Learning approach. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a passion for early childhood education. In addition to a supportive work environment, the position offers a range of benefits, including health and dental coverage, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth. If you're enthusiastic about nurturing young minds and making a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health and Dental Benefits

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Childcare discount

Tuition reimbursement

Annual reviews with corresponding raises

RTD benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily class functions for a group of children.
• Implement lesson plans and maintain a well-kept classroom.

Skills

Understanding children’s needs and behaviors

Teaching experience

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

The Primrose School at Colorado Station is expanding our school and looking to add to our amazing Teaching Team!

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Support Teacher to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child, in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning approach to teaching and learning.

Primrose School at Colorado Station is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational childcare experience. We offer year-round programs for children from infant through elementary-aged school age.

Benefits

• Health and Dental Benefits
• 401(k) matching
• Paid Time Off
  • 24 days of paid time off for your 1st and 2nd year (10 personal days and 14 holidays)
  • 29 days of paid time off for your 3rd and 4th year (15 personal days and 14 holidays)
  • 34 days of paid time off beginning your 5th year (20 personal days and 14 holidays)
  • Birthday Off (paid) after your first year
• You qualify for medical, dental, vision benefits after 60 days of employment.
• RTD benefits
• Childcare discount
• Annual reviews with corresponding raises
• Tuition reimbursement
• Colorado Shines/PDIS Assistance

Desired Skills and Experience

• High school degree or equivalent
• Previous teaching experience (preferred)
• Understands children’s needs and behaviors
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs (for Infant and Young Toddler teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib).
• Lead Teacher Applicants must meet the necessary requirements for Colorado

Primary Responsibilities

• Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Observes all rules and regulations at Primrose School at Colorado Station and the local, state, or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
• Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum and programming.
• Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
• Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
• Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
• Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
• Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.
• Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School at Colorado Station Employee Handbook.
• Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.

*As of September 30, 2021 all current and future employees will be required to have their Covid Vaccine per the City of Denver Public Health Order. Reasonable accommodations will be reviewed on an individual basis.