Lead Preschool Teacher
- Aurora, CO, United States
$18 to $24 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $18 to $24 USD / hour
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Benefits:
- Childcare Discounts
- Great Work Environment
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- 401(k)
- Company parties
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
Location: 15151 E Wesley Ave. Aurora, CO 80014
Lead Preschool Teacher $18 - 24/hr · Full-time · Monday–Friday,
We’re seeking a passionate and energetic Preschool Teacher to lead a classroom of young learners through an engaging and successful school year. In this role, you’ll create and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that promotes emotional, social, and academic growth. You’ll play a vital role in preparing children for their next educational steps in a warm, welcoming environment.
What you get:
- $18–$24/hr based on credential level and experience
- Monday–Friday only, no nights or weekends
- Paid time off and a 401(k)
- Tuition discounts off child care for your own kids
- Paid professional development and support moving up your ECE credential level
- Real input on curriculum and classroom setup
What you’ll do:
- Plan and lead age-appropriate lessons that build social, emotional, and early academic skills
- Prepare children for kindergarten and support our Universal Preschool program goals
- Guide and mentor your teaching assistants
- Observe, assess, and document each child’s progress
- Communicate regularly with families through [daily updates / app / conferences]
- Keep a safe, clean, organized classroom that meets Colorado licensing standards
- Notice and document behavioral or developmental concerns, and partner with families on next steps
What you need:
- Colorado Lead Teacher qualified: ECE Credential Level II or higher, a CDA, or an ECE degree or qualifying coursework
- [1+] year of experience leading or co-leading a preschool classroom
- Strong classroom management and a warm, patient style with kids
- Ability to pass Colorado’s required child care background checks
Nice to have:
- Bachelor’s degree in ECE or a related field
- Experience with [Creative Curriculum / TS Gold / your curriculum]
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Next step: Apply in a few minutes. We review every application within 48 hours and invite top candidates for a classroom visit.