Assistant Preschool/Daycare Teacher

Job Overview
We are seeking a kind, patient, and energetic Assistant Teacher to join our team this fall at Parents Day Out inside the First United Methodist Church in Fort Collins. We are a non-profit community outreach program for part time affordable childcare, and serve families of all backgrounds in our community. The ideal candidate will have experience and a background in early childhood education and a commitment to fostering a nurturing environment for young children ages 1-4. This coming fall we will be open Monday-Friday from 9am-1pm (staff hours are 8:30-1:30). Our school year runs from Labor Day-Memorial Day Weekend, and we follow PSD for breaks, days off, and snow days. We will also have some training days in August. We offer a 75% discount for staff with young children when we have spots available. We welcome employees from diverse backgrounds, and are LGBTQ inclusive. We require a professional resume to be uploaded to Indeed if you would like to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities

• Promote learning through play and exploration.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming classroom environment for all students, including those from all cultural and spiritual backgrounds.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively and patiently, while encouraging positive social interactions among children.
• Help the lead teacher assess and document student progress.
• Collaborate with other educators and staff to support the overall development of each child.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education (15hrs of continuing ed. required per school year).
• Foster a love for learning by implementing creative and engaging activities that stimulate curiosity and engagement.

Skills

• Strong knowledge and experience in early childhood education principles and practices.
• Ability to implement effective lesson plans, tailored to different learning styles and abilities.
• Proficiency in classroom management techniques that promote a positive learning environment.
• Experience in toddler care, ensuring the safety, nurturing, and well-being of all children in your care.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively educate and engage with students, parents, and fellow staff members (we work as a close-knit, loving group, who are all supportive of each other inside and outside of work).
• Ability to complete trainings on time, and arrive at work in a timely manner.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Collins, CO 80524 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Collins, CO 80524: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person