Thrive Preschool
Early Childhood Assistant Preschool Teacher
Thrive Preschool, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Early Childhood Assistant Preschool Teacher
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Introduction Hello! My name is Amber, and I’m the director for Thrive at Plum Hill, a play‑based learning preschool located in Denver, Colorado. We’re looking for enthusiastic, explorative teachers to join our team!
About Us Thrive is a nurturing and supportive community of early childhood professionals that are passionate about the importance of, and interplay between, play and discovery. We currently have five locations, and as we continue to grow as an organization, our desire is to build a team of educators that can grow with us and expand into new roles, experiencing both professional and personal growth.
Salary and Hours We are looking to hire a full‑time assistant teacher (Monday‑Friday, 8 hours/day) for a position which pays between $20.30 and $22.74 per hour plus benefits.
Benefits
5 weeks of paid holidays and breaks with additional non‑student contact days
80 hours of paid time off each year in addition to the regular school holidays and breaks
Medical, dental and vision coverage options available
401(k) plans with employer contribution matching
Professional development and continuing education opportunities as you grow with the school
Fit & Qualifications
A positive attitude and passion for working with young children, families, and co‑teachers
Intentional and reflective in professional practices
A desire to learn and grow on the job
Meets or exceeds minimum qualifications for employment as an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher in the state of Colorado, including training, experience, and background check requirements
A love of nature and spending time outdoors in all weather
Dedication to play‑based learning
Experience, training, and/or knowledge of Reggio Emilia educational practices and philosophies
A special talent, skill, or hobby (artistic, multi‑lingual, play an instrument, sing, puppetry, storytelling, woodworking, knitting, cooking, gardening etc.) that you would enjoy sharing with the children and fellow teachers.
Responsibilities To the Children
Assist the lead teacher in development and implementation of inquiry‑based curriculum, documentation, and work projects of children in accordance with our guiding educational philosophy.
Cultivate a learning environment that nurtures intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and character development, and is responsive to the diverse needs and learning styles of all children.
Enforce classroom rules for behavior, and procedures to maintain safety and order.
Conduct ongoing observation, assessment, and documentation of students’ learning experiences.
To the Parents
Support families as partners in their child’s learning by maintaining an open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child and family; responding to child and family needs in a timely manner; creating opportunities for family involvement in the classroom; and encouraging family participation.
To the School and Fellow Educators
Plan for equipment and supply needs in conjunction with lead teachers and other program staff (using the budget provided by the school, we don’t believe in educators paying for supplies out of their own pockets).
Attend all training opportunities and staff meetings as provided and scheduled.
Perform other tasks and duties as deemed necessary by the program director to create an incredible educational environment for the children and families.
We’re excited to hear from you! If you’re interested, please contact Amber, Director, Thrive Plum Hill.
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Early Childhood Assistant Preschool Teacher
role at
Thrive Preschool
Introduction Hello! My name is Amber, and I’m the director for Thrive at Plum Hill, a play‑based learning preschool located in Denver, Colorado. We’re looking for enthusiastic, explorative teachers to join our team!
About Us Thrive is a nurturing and supportive community of early childhood professionals that are passionate about the importance of, and interplay between, play and discovery. We currently have five locations, and as we continue to grow as an organization, our desire is to build a team of educators that can grow with us and expand into new roles, experiencing both professional and personal growth.
Salary and Hours We are looking to hire a full‑time assistant teacher (Monday‑Friday, 8 hours/day) for a position which pays between $20.30 and $22.74 per hour plus benefits.
Benefits
5 weeks of paid holidays and breaks with additional non‑student contact days
80 hours of paid time off each year in addition to the regular school holidays and breaks
Medical, dental and vision coverage options available
401(k) plans with employer contribution matching
Professional development and continuing education opportunities as you grow with the school
Fit & Qualifications
A positive attitude and passion for working with young children, families, and co‑teachers
Intentional and reflective in professional practices
A desire to learn and grow on the job
Meets or exceeds minimum qualifications for employment as an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher in the state of Colorado, including training, experience, and background check requirements
A love of nature and spending time outdoors in all weather
Dedication to play‑based learning
Experience, training, and/or knowledge of Reggio Emilia educational practices and philosophies
A special talent, skill, or hobby (artistic, multi‑lingual, play an instrument, sing, puppetry, storytelling, woodworking, knitting, cooking, gardening etc.) that you would enjoy sharing with the children and fellow teachers.
Responsibilities To the Children
Assist the lead teacher in development and implementation of inquiry‑based curriculum, documentation, and work projects of children in accordance with our guiding educational philosophy.
Cultivate a learning environment that nurtures intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and character development, and is responsive to the diverse needs and learning styles of all children.
Enforce classroom rules for behavior, and procedures to maintain safety and order.
Conduct ongoing observation, assessment, and documentation of students’ learning experiences.
To the Parents
Support families as partners in their child’s learning by maintaining an open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child and family; responding to child and family needs in a timely manner; creating opportunities for family involvement in the classroom; and encouraging family participation.
To the School and Fellow Educators
Plan for equipment and supply needs in conjunction with lead teachers and other program staff (using the budget provided by the school, we don’t believe in educators paying for supplies out of their own pockets).
Attend all training opportunities and staff meetings as provided and scheduled.
Perform other tasks and duties as deemed necessary by the program director to create an incredible educational environment for the children and families.
We’re excited to hear from you! If you’re interested, please contact Amber, Director, Thrive Plum Hill.
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