Lead Preschool Teacher

Gan Academy Preschool

Gan Academy is a small, warm Jewish preschool where children are known deeply and teachers are supported personally. Our program combines play-based learning, Creative Curriculum, and joyful Jewish values education. Teachers at Gan Academy work in a close-knit environment with small ratios, strong parent relationships, and a director who is actively present, supportive, and committed to helping teachers succeed. The school emphasizes warmth, respect, kindness, and helping children grow socially, emotionally, academically, and spiritually.

Position Overview

Gan Academy is hiring a Lead Preschool Teacher to work primarily with children ages 3–4. This teacher will help lead the classroom day-to-day, build strong relationships with children and families, support play-based learning, and help implement curriculum. This is a strong fit for an educator who is warm, reliable, emotionally steady, and genuinely engaged with young children.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a classroom of preschool children ages 3–4
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences
• Observe children and help set individual goals based on their development
• Read stories, guide play, ask questions, and extend children's thinking
• Help children feel heard, safe, important, and respected
• Support Jewish values-based learning in a respectful school environment
• Partner with families through warm, professional communication
• Maintain licensing, safety, supervision, and classroom expectations

Qualifications

• Complete Colorado state-mandated early childhood courses
• CPR/First Aid Certified
• Background check clearance
• Comfort working in a Jewish values-based school environment

• Experience as a lead teacher or assistant teacher in a preschool setting

Candidates do not need to be Jewish, but should be respectful of and comfortable supporting the school's Jewish values, traditions, and culture.

Compensation & Benefits

• $20–$25/hour
• Paid time off: 5 days
• Paid planning time: 1 additional hour per week
• Employer-paid or partially paid health, dental, and/or vision insurance
• Supportive director and close-knit school community
• Paid preparation/orientation time before the school year begins

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday: 8:15 AM–3:45 PM
• Friday: 8:15 AM–2:30 PM from August–October and March onward
• Friday: 8:15 AM–1:15 PM from approximately October–March
• School-year position beginning August 20, 2026