Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

We offer one-of-a-kind benefits to our teachers: a free shift meal, two paid 15 minute-breaks per 8-hour shift, three teachers in every classroom, a teacher planning and prepping area, and a teacher's lounge with a massage chair! This is in addition to the great benefits to all DAC employees, listed below.

We are looking for individuals who:

- Understand early childhood and development as a critical phase of life

- Appreciate the bond between a child and family

- Respond to children's needs based on environment, culture, family and community

- Respect the dignity of every individual (child, family member and colleague)

- Honor the diversity of every individual (child, family member and colleague)

- Establish trusting relationships as the base for success

- Must be able to work 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday

Job Responsibilities

- Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of preschoolers.

- Observes all rules and regulations at The Denver Athletic Club and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.

- Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.

- Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.

- Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.

- Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.

- Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines are necessary.

Qualifications

- Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency

- Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred

- Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children

- Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.

- 2-year degree in early childhood or related field preferred

Benefits

- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance after 60 days of employment

- 401K deferral after 90 days of employment

- PTO time

- Paid holidays

- Professional development training

- Free shift meal

- Employee discounts

- Referral bonuses

- Access to the Fitness Center