Early Childhood Assistant Toddler Teacher

Thrive Preschool • Englewood, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Thrive Englewood, a play-based learning preschool in Englewood, Colorado, is seeking enthusiastic, explorative teachers. Thrive is a nurturing and supportive community of early childhood professionals passionate about the importance of play and discovery. With five locations and growing, the organization aims to build a team of educators who can grow with them professionally and personally. This full-time assistant preschool teacher position involves working Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day, and offers a competitive hourly wage plus benefits. The role requires close collaboration with the program director, lead teacher, and other staff to create an exceptional educational environment for children and families.

Requirements

• A positive attitude and passion for working with young children, families, and co-teachers.
• Intentional and reflective in professional practices.
• A desire to learn and grow on the job.
• Meets or exceeds minimum qualifications for employment as an Early Childhood Assistant/Aide Teacher in the state of Colorado, including training, experience, and background check requirements.
• Experience as an assistant/aide teacher.

Nice To Haves

• A 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 (artistic, multi-lingual, play an instrument, sing, puppetry, storytelling, woodworking, knitting, cooking, gardening etc.) that you would enjoy sharing with the children and fellow teachers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in development and implementation of inquiry-based curriculum, documentation, and work projects of children in accordance with our guiding educational philosophy.
• Cultivate a learning environment that nurtures intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and character development, and is responsive to the diverse needs and learning styles of all children.
• Enforce classroom rules for behavior, and procedures to maintain safety and order.
• Conduct ongoing observation, assessment, and documentation of students’ learning experiences.
• Support families as partners in their child’s learning by: maintaining an open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child and family; responding to child and family needs in a timely manner; creating opportunities for family involvement in the classroom; and encouraging family participation.
• Plan for equipment and supply needs in conjunction with lead teachers and other program staff (using the budget provided by the school, we don’t believe in educators paying for supplies out of their own pockets).
• Attend all training opportunities and staff meetings as provided and scheduled.
• Perform other tasks and duties as deemed necessary by the program director to create an incredible educational environment for the children and families.

Benefits

• 6 weeks of paid holidays and breaks with additional non-student contact days.
• 80 hours of paid time off each year in addition to the regular school holidays and breaks.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage options available.
• 401(k) plans with employer contribution matching.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities as you grow with the school.
• Pay increases as soon as new experience levels are achieved.
• Budget provided by the school for equipment and supply needs (educators don’t pay for supplies out of their own pockets).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees