Preschool Teacher

Clayton Early Learning • Denver, CO

20d • Onsite

About The Position

The Preschool Teacher is responsible for collaborating with a team and implementing a high-quality early childhood program that supports the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of children aged 3 years to 5 years. This position ensures a safe, inclusive, and enriching learning environment, maintains strong communication with families, and adheres to all licensing and program standards.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, CDA infant/toddler focused required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with preschoolers in a licensed early childhood setting
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including CBI/FBI fingerprinting. Child abuse and neglect state registry, MVR and a national sex offender registry check every 5 years.
• Must have a valid license driver's license with evidence of active vehicle insurance
• Pediatric first aid and CPR certification
• Current PPD-TB testing, standard immunizations, and annual health statement, or willingness to obtain as required
• Participate in training programs, workshops, and meetings related to the role
• Maintains strong technology proficiency and quickly adapts to new systems, applications, and digital solutions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Head Start or Early Head Start programs preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, warm, and stimulating classroom environment
• Develop individualized care routines that support physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth
• Collaborate with co-teachers to implement developmentally appropriate activities
• Support strong family partnerships through daily communication and relationship-building
• Maintain accurate documentation of feeding, diapering, sleeping, and developmental milestones
• Adhere to all licensing and program standards, including Head Start/Early Head Start and Educare
• Sanitize toys, materials, and classroom spaces according to health and safety protocols
• Support Conscious Discipline practices in age-appropriate ways
• Follow lessons plan using the Creative Curriculum
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• $1,000 sign-on bonus after 90 days
• 16+ paid company holidays
• Spring Break and Winter Break – up to 10 paid days off
• Accrued vacation time (starting at 10 days/year, up to 30 with tenure)
• Paid sick time
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Mental health support through our medical plan and EAP
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with 5% employer match after 1 year
• FSA plans
• College 529 investment options
• Identity theft protection

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree