Toddler Assistant Teacher Job at Academy Child Care in Denver

We're hiring: Toddler Assistant Teacher!

Location: Highlands Academy (2860 N. Speer Blvd. Denver, CO 80212) Position Type: Full Time Start Date: October 6, 2025

Are you passionate about early childhood education and believe that play is the foundation of learning? Join our warm and collaborative team at Highlands Academy, a play-based school that nurtures curiosity, creativity, and connection.

About Us: At Highlands Academy, we view play as a powerful vehicle for exploration, discovery, and growth. Our child-centered approach emphasizes social-emotional development, imagination, and hands-on experiences. We provide a supportive, respectful, and inclusive environment where children and educators learn together. Highlands Academy is located within the highly sought after corridor near Downtown Denver and has been an established early childhood center serving children Birth-5 years old for over 10 years! Our center is open year-round with operation hours of 7:30AM-5:30PM.

Your Role: As an Assistant Toddler Teacher, you’ll support lead teachers in creating a playful, safe, and engaging environment for children ages 15-36 months. You’ll build positive relationships, foster independence, and encourage exploration through open-ended materials, nature, storytelling, music, movement, and more.

Responsibilities:

Support the lead teacher in planning and implementing play-based, developmentally appropriate activities

Supervise and engage with children during free play, group time, outdoor play, and routines

Promote children's social and emotional development through modeling, guidance, and encouragement

Assist with daily routines such as snack, diapering/toileting, and cleanup

Maintain a safe, tidy, and nurturing classroom environment

Communicate positively with children, families, and team members

Qualifications:

Must hold at least a Level 2 credential in PDIS (completed ECE coursework or relevant degree)

Experience working with young children (center, home, or informal setting)

Warm, patient, and playful personality

Passion for early childhood education and belief in the power of play

Willingness to learn and collaborate as part of a team

Must meet state licensing requirements (health clearances, etc.) and eligible to work in the United States

What we offer:

Competitive Salary & Sign-on bonus - $500 (after 60-day introductory period)

A supportive and joyful work environment

Ongoing professional development and mentorship

Opportunities for growth within a values-driven organization

Paid time off, health, dental, vision after introductory period

Scheduled closures/holidays throughout the year

Salary Range: $35,136 - $44,896/year This is a full time, full year position. Scheduled work hours are between 8:00-5:00 or 9:00-5:30. Our salary range is based upon education and experience.

To Apply: Please include a detailed resume and a cover letter on why you feel you'd make a great addition to our team.

Help us nurture the next generation of problem-solvers, friends, and explorers — one playful moment at a time!

This business is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the business, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this business. All inquiries about employment at this business should be made directly to this location.