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SkyView Academy

Preschool Assistant

SkyView Academy, Highlands Ranch, Colorado, United States

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Overview Vision Statement: SkyView Academy is committed to preparing students to be lifelong learners and honorable leaders of tomorrow.

Mission Statement: SkyView Academy offers a research-based, content-rich liberal arts program with a commitment to foreign language studies and community service. Staff, parents, and students are actively involved in a culture of expectation and support where individuals are respected, valued, and known by the content of their character.

Duties

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

Qualifications

Any ONE of these options is to be considered Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) qualified:

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

Desired Attributes Successful candidates will be exceptional leaders, communicators, and enthusiastic about the SVA charter school model, which empowers staff and families, values Core Knowledge, Classical curriculum, foreign language, character education, and service to the community.

Other Desired Attributes Include

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, andthe community

Dedication to being a respectable leader and role model at the school and within the community

Application Send Letter of Interest and Resume To:

Human Resources

SkyView Academy

6161 Business Center Dr.

Highlands Ranch, CO 80130

employment@svak12.org

To learn more, visit our SkyView website.

SkyView Academy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

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