Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

$1,000 sign-on bonus after the first 90 days!About the role:The Preschool Teacher is responsible for collaboring 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.Who we are:Clayton Early Learning is a leading nonprofit dedicated to providing children from birth to five with an exceptional start and empowering families for lifelong success. We directly serve approximately 500 children annually through our school, home-based programs, and community partnership sites. As a proud member of the Educare Learning Network and the Head Start community, we are deeply committed to providing high quality early childhood education through a whole-child, whole-family approach. Our unique location on a 20-acre historic campus in Denver is the foundation for our strategic vision to become a thriving neighborhood center to serve the community more fully, addressing needs including food security and health care access. Our team of over 125 dedicated professionals works in a supportive environment of collaboration, innovation, and personal growth.What this role involves: Maintain a safe, warm, and stimulating classroom environmentDevelop individualized care routines that support physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growthCollaborate with co-teachers to implement developmentally appropriate activitiesSupport strong family partnerships through daily communication and relationship-buildingMaintain accurate documentation of feeding, diapering, sleeping, and developmental milestonesAdhere to all licensing and program standards, including Head Start/Early Head Start and EducareSanitize toys, materials, and classroom spaces according to health and safety protocolsSupport Conscious Discipline practices in age-appropriate waysFollow lessons plan using the Creative CurriculumPerform other duties as assignedEducation:Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, CDA infant/toddler focused required. Experience:Minimum of 2 years of experience working with preschoolers in a licensed early childhood settingExperience with Head Start or Early Head Start programs preferredClayton Requirements: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 insurancePediatric first aid and CPR certificationCurrent PPD-TB testing, standard immunizations, and annual health statement, or willingness to obtain as requiredParticipate in training programs, workshops, and meetings related to the roleMaintains strong technology proficiency and quickly adapts to new systems, applications, and digital solutions.What we Offer: $1,000 sign-on bonus after 90 days16+ paid company holidaysSpring Break and Winter Break – up to 10 paid days offAccrued vacation time (starting at 10 days/year, up to 30 with tenure)Paid sick timeMedical, vision, and dental insurance coverageLife and AD&D insuranceMental health support through our medical plan and EAPLong-term disability coverage401(k) with 5% employer match after 1 yearFSA plansCollege 529 investment optionsIdentity theft protection and moreCompensation$22 to $24 an hourClayton's Core ValuesAt Clayton Early Learning, we believe that our core values help to drive actions and create habits that allow our belief in the unlimited potential of young children to become a reality. We seek candidates who demonstrate our core values and are motivated by a values-driven environment.Collaboration builds trust and relationships and brings new ideas, skills, and knowledge to help us do better work.Community fosters resiliency, stability, and strength.Fun reduces stress, keeps us motivated, builds connections, and models joy for our children.Growth allows us to develop as professionals and provide the best service.Stewardship enables us to have the greatest impact with the resources we have.Clayton Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create an inclusive work place that embraces life experiences, and perspectives. We prohibit discrimination of employees or applicants on the basis of race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual identity, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, disability, or any other classification considered discriminatory under applicable law

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