Classroom Teacher

Job Description The Staenberg-Loup JCC Early Leaning School (ELS) is looking for Lead Qualified Classroom Teachers who can help create a fun and safe environment while also incorporating excellent educational programming to assist in our children’s development and support a diversity of needs within the classroom. We are looking for teachers who are knowledgeable and responsible to join our ELS team of 40+ teachers and the greater JCC community. At the JCC, we have a culture and environment of where “everyone is welcome.” As a Lead Qualified Classroom Teacher, you will develop, implement, and evaluate the preschool curriculum, and be responsible for providing a quality educational program that reflects the goals of our school. Lead Teachers will collaborate with colleagues, the administration, Early Interventionist and families to create lessons that guide children’s active engagement in classroom environments. Classroom Teachers work with groups of children, applying a constructivist approach to co-construct learning alongside children.In addition to a high-level classroom experience, our students take advantage of swimming (preschool only), actively working in our garden, and having accessibility to our sensory motor rooms providing a well-rounded experience throughout their time at the J. Employee Perks & Benefits: At the ELS, and greater JCC, we care about the quality of our programs, our ability to provide excellent customer service, and the overall experience of our staff members. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. We value our teachers and coordinate an engaging Professional Development week each year, offer year-round opportunities for professional development, as well as mentoring and coaching for all teachers.There are also growth opportunities within our ELS team. As an employee of the greater JCC, you will have access to a number perks that include child discounts to our ELS as well as discounts across all JCC programs (engagement programs, tennis, fitness (massage, personal training, swim lessons, and pilates), theatre camp, day and overnight camp, after school enrichments), and monthly professional development opportunities. All full-time employees receive a family fitness membership which includes access to our pools. Our organization also offers addition benefits that are listed at the bottom of this posting. We welcome both full-time and part-time Lead Qualified Classroom Teacher applications.There are discounts and perks available for our part-time staff as well. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Teaching and Curriculum Create, manage, and participate in various learning environments and activities that provide opportunities for students to develop to their fullest potential and achieve their learning objectives Ultimately responsible in your classroom to ensure all Colorado State Licensing standards are in compliance and upheld in your classroom as well as shared spaces Ensure all curriculum is deemed safe per Colorado State Licensing Standards for preschools Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of all children your classroom Nurture the physical, spiritual, emotional, social, and intellectual growth and development of each child Plan and implement a daily curriculum according to developmentally appropriate practices and school values with your teaching team Document the learning and experiences of the children to be shared with families and the community, through blog posts, Brightwheel messages and instillations surrounding the classroom Conduct Family-Teacher Conferences Administrative & Classroom Maintain a cheerful, nurturing healthy, safe and clean classroom environment. Maintain attendance and injury records Maintain storage, organization, and cleanliness of classroom equipment and materials. Ensure the maintenance of a clean and aesthetically pleasing classroom Communication & Community Communicate regularly with Administrative team for classroom challenges as well as all concerns regarding a child’s progress Participate in regular staff meetings and professional development Participate in School social and family education programs Monitor growth and development of each child and communicate progress and/or concerns with family, early interventionistand Director Communicate regularly and professionally with families #J-18808-Ljbffr