Preschool Assistant/BASE Leader

Skyview Academy•Highlands Ranch, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

SkyView Academy is seeking a full-time, non-exempt Preschool Assistant/BASE Leader to join their team. This position is responsible for assisting in the education and care of preschool-aged children (3-4 or 4-5 years old) and supporting the BASE (Before and After School Enrichment) program. The role requires adherence to Colorado State Rules and Regulations for preschools and maintaining a clean and safe classroom environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about early childhood education, possess strong communication and leadership skills, and be committed to the SkyView Academy's vision and mission of preparing students to be lifelong learners and honorable leaders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Psychology, Elementary Education, or Family and Child Development
Bachelor’s Degree in an unrelated area of study AND (2) 3 semester hour classes focused in ECE from a regionally accredited college/university (introduction to ECE and ECE guidance strategies)
2 year College Degree in Early Childhood Education (at least 60 semester hours) AND 6 months (910 verified hours) experience
12 semester hours in Early Childhood Education from a regionally accredited college/university, including (2) 3 semester hour classes focused in ECE from a regionally accredited college/university (introduction to ECE and ECE guidance strategies) PLUS 9 months (1,395 verified hours) of experience in supervising 4 or more children under the age of 6, who are not related to the applicant in any way
Child Development Associate Certification
Completion of a vocational or occupational education sequence in child growth and development AND (12) months (1,820 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of 4 or more children under the age of 6, who are not related to the applicant in any way
(2) 3 semester-hour classes focused in ECE from a regionally accredited college/university (introduction to ECE and ECE guidance strategies) AND at least 24 months (3,640 verified hours) of experience in supervising 4 or more children under the age of 6, who are not related to the applicant in any way
At least one year (1,820 verified hours) of experience in a preschool classroom (not considered ECT qualified, may not be left unsupervised with children)
Familiarity with Colorado State Licensing/Health Department Rules and Regulations
CPR/First Aid/Standard Precautions Certification
Proficient in Technology
Excellent Communication Skills

Nice To Haves

Exceptional leaders, communicators, and enthusiastic about the SVA charter school model.
Experience implementing the Core Knowledge Sequence and Classical teaching methods.
Passion for early childhood education.
Passion for developing a whole-school culture that provides an appropriate structure for grades preschool-12.
Precise, persuasive, and effective interpersonal communication and writing skills.
Entrepreneurial attitude, solid decision-making, and well-developed management skills.
Accountable for their own actions and decisions, as well as comfortable holding others accountable for theirs.
Accessible with an open-minded approach to students, staff, parents, and the community.
Dedication to being a respectable leader and role model at the school and within the community.

Responsibilities

In cooperation with (and under the supervision of) a Lead Teacher, teach a classroom of 3-4 or 4-5 year old students.
Being up to date, compliant, and knowledgeable on state Licensing Rules and Regulations and Health Department Rules and Regulations.
Sanitizing and disinfecting surfaces/items in the classroom as deemed necessary by state rules and regulations.
Be involved in the life of the school – Clubs, Sports, Community Service, or Character Program.
Monitor lunch and/or hallways.
Other duties as assigned by the Elementary Principal or Preschool Director.