Early Childhood Assistant Preschool Teacher

Thrive Preschool • Littleton, CO

5d • $21 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Thrive Littleton is a play-based learning preschool in Littleton, Colorado, seeking an enthusiastic, exploratory full-time assistant teacher. The role works closely with the program director, the classroom’s lead teacher, and other teaching and support staff. The position is Monday through Friday, eight hours per day, and pays $20.86–$23.36 per hour, plus benefits.

The assistant teacher supports inquiry-based curriculum, children’s learning and development, classroom safety, and ongoing observation and documentation. The role also involves partnering with families, coordinating classroom equipment and supply needs, and attending scheduled training and staff meetings. Thrive describes itself as a nurturing community of early childhood professionals focused on play and discovery, with opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Requirements

• Positive attitude and passion for working with young children, families, and co-teachers.
• Intentional and reflective professional practices.
• Desire to learn and grow on the job.
• Meet or exceed Colorado’s minimum employment qualifications for an Early Childhood Assistant/Aide Teacher, including training, experience, and background-check requirements.
• Experience as an assistant or aide teacher.

Nice To Haves

• Love of nature and spending time outdoors in all weather.
• Dedication to play-based learning.
• Experience, training, and/or knowledge of Reggio Emilia educational practices and philosophies.
• A special talent, skill, or hobby to share with children and fellow teachers, such as art, multilingual ability, playing an instrument, singing, puppetry, storytelling, woodworking, knitting, cooking, or gardening.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in developing and implementing inquiry-based curriculum, documentation, and children’s work projects in accordance with the school’s educational philosophy.
• Cultivate a learning environment that supports children’s intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and character development and responds to diverse needs and learning styles.
• Enforce classroom behavior rules and procedures to maintain safety and order.
• Conduct ongoing observation, assessment, and documentation of students’ learning experiences.
• Build open, friendly, and cooperative relationships with children and families; respond to their needs in a timely manner; create opportunities for family involvement; and encourage family participation.
• Plan for equipment and supply needs in coordination with lead teachers and other program staff, using the school-provided budget.
• Attend training opportunities and staff meetings as scheduled.
• Perform other tasks and duties deemed necessary by the program director to create an effective educational environment for children and families.

Benefits

• Six weeks of paid holidays and breaks, plus additional non-student contact days.
• 80 hours of paid time off each year, in addition to regular school holidays and breaks.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution matching.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Pay increases as new experience levels are achieved.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed