Preschool Teacher - Head Start Program SIGNING BONUS!

Mile High Early Learning•Denver, CO

57d•$24 - $28

About The Position

Plan, organize and deliver a developmentally appropriate preschool education program based on the individual cognitive, motor, social and emotional needs of children enrolled. Manage the classroom to create a positive, healthy and safe learning environment. Implement the Agency's early childhood education curriculum. Ensure the implementation and maintenance of Agency policies and procedures, Head Start standards, and State of Colorado child care licensing requirements. Provide direction and leadership to classroom staff. Partner with the Center Director, Head Start Director, Education Compliance Coordinators, and other staff to manage Agency activities. Overtime may be required on evenings or weekends based on Agency needs. Mile High Early Learning is a leading provider of early care and education for children 6 weeks to five years focused on growing great young minds and preparing them for kindergarten and the world using a Montessori inspired curriculum approach. Consider joining a learning organization that is as focused on growing great teachers and family-oriented professionals as we are on providing a high-quality educational experience for our students and comprehensive services to our families. Mile High Early Learning invests in our staff with ongoing professional development including college courses, certifications, conferences, and workshops. Our professional development programs include semi-annual Child Development Associate certification trainings, annual Inclusive Practice in Early Childhood training, and a Bachelors Residency program. Mile High Early Learning is seeking candidates who are committed to educational equity and anti-racism, and willing to engage in the hard work it takes to bring positive, impactful change. As an inclusive, learning-centered organization, we embrace innovation, reflection, and assessment to continuously improve. We are always looking to add thoughtful, energetic, honest, positive, and creative people to our team. Must be an outstanding communicator and rapport builder.

Requirements

AA/BA/MA in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field OR
AA/BA/MA in an unrelated field with a minimum of 30 credits in ECE OR a current Teaching License with an endorsement in ECE or SpEd.
Demonstrated teaching skills, as displayed by a minimum of 2 years of experience in the classroom
Demonstrated professionalism and ability to use appropriate communication and management skills including excellent writing ability
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, lead, and model exemplary instructional practices
Ability to work full time, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening meetings

Responsibilities

Lead a classroom of up to 17 preschoolers ages three to five
Co-Lead the teaching team of two other classroom staff
Work closely as a classroom teaching team to individualize the curriculum to meet the children's needs
Support children's social and emotional needs
Complete developmental assessments and screenings
Complete home visits (twice per year) and parent teacher conferences
Work as a team to complete parent/teacher conference and home visits
Encourage and support family involvement in the classroom
Create a safe and healthy learning environment
Supervise the safety of the children in care
Supervise volunteers and student interns as applicable
Communicate with coworkers and families in a warm and professional manner