Lead Teacher, Fisher Early Learning Center

University of Denver•Denver, CO

7h•$53,000 - $53,000

About The Position

The Fisher Early Learning Center is one of the most distinctive early childhood learning centers in Colorado. As a part of the Morgridge College of Education at the University of Denver, we are uniquely positioned to provide a warm and loving environment that is specifically designed to deliver cutting-edge and evidence based programming for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. We are an inclusive setting. The Lead Teacher will direct the development and implementation of the classroom environment in the facilitation of the cognitive, social-emotional, physical, language, and communication development of the children within the program. Essential Functions This position will provide supervision and mentorship to teaching team members by modeling best practices in an inclusive setting based on the mission and philosophy of the center in coordination with directors. The incumbent will direct the development of a classroom plan for curriculum, individual child planning, and family communication.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to problem solve
Ability to prioritize and multitask
Strong attention to detail
Strong time management ability
Strong ability to work on a team
Ability to work with many different types of people
Organized and flexible
2-5 years experience working with children
Early Childhood Professional Credential ECPD 3.0 through Colorado PDIS (Professional Development Informational System) with Level 2 or higher
Associates Degree in ECE, Elementary Education, Special Education, Family and Child Development, or Child Psychology.
Willingness to work with children in an inclusive environment
Must be able to push, pull, or lift 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree in ECE or related field.
4 or more years classroom experience in a NAEYC accredited early childhood group setting
Knowledge and experience working with children who have special needs
Experience working with children in an inclusive environment

Responsibilities

This position will provide supervision and mentorship to teaching team members by modeling best practices in an inclusive setting based on the mission and philosophy of the center in coordination with directors.
The incumbent will direct the development of a classroom plan for curriculum, individual child planning, and family communication.