Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

The Denver Athletic Club • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Early Childhood Assistant Teacher is responsible for supervising and managing the daily classroom functions of a group of preschoolers. The role supports children’s development by responding to their needs in the context of their environment, culture, family, and community, and by building trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues. The teacher maintains a safe, attractive classroom that encourages children to create, explore, and make confident decisions, while following applicable health, safety, and childcare regulations. The position requires a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule.

Teachers receive a free shift meal, two paid 15-minute breaks per 8-hour shift, three teachers in every classroom, a teacher planning and preparation area, and access to a teachers’ lounge with a massage chair. The Denver Athletic Club is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• Meet the basic requirements of the local childcare regulatory agency.
• Have knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children.
• Be able to lift up to 35 pounds in connection with handling children, facilitating programs, ensuring child safety, and responding to potential emergencies.
• Commit to a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching or assistant teaching experience in a licensed early childhood program is preferred.
• A two-year degree in early childhood education or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the daily classroom functions of a group of preschoolers.
• Follow The Denver Athletic Club’s rules and applicable local, state, and national regulations relating to children’s health, safety, and care.
• Assess each child’s developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Plan parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations with a member of the Leadership Team.
• Maintain an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
• Attend required staff meetings, workshops, and school functions.
• Assist in other capacities as determined necessary by the Director or designee.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance after 60 days of employment.
• 401(k) deferral after 90 days of employment, with employer match.
• PTO accrual immediately.
• Paid holidays.
• Professional development training.
• Free shift meal.
• Employee discounts.
• Referral bonuses.
• Access to the Fitness Center.
• Two paid 15-minute breaks per 8-hour shift.
• Three teachers in every classroom.
• Teacher planning and preparation area.
• Teachers’ lounge with a massage chair.

What This Job Offers

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