<p>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.</p> <p>We are looking for individuals who:</p> <ul> <li>Understand early childhood and development as a critical phase of life </li><li>Appreciate the bond between a child and family </li><li>Respond to children's needs based on environment, culture, family and community </li><li>Respect the dignity of every individual (child, family member and colleague) </li><li>Honor the diversity of every individual (child, family member and colleague) </li><li>Establish trusting relationships as the base for success </li></ul> <p>Job Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of preschoolers. </li><li>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. </li><li>Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis. </li><li>Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations. </li><li>Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence. </li><li>Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions. </li><li>Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines are necessary. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency </li><li>Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred </li><li>Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children </li><li>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. </li><li>2-year degree in early childhood or related field preferred </li></ul> <p>Benefits</p> <ul> <li>Health, Dental and Vision Insurance after 60 days of employment </li><li>401K deferral after 90 days of employment </li><li>PTO time </li><li>Paid holidays </li><li>Professional development training </li><li>Free shift meal </li><li>Employee discounts </li><li>Referral bonuses </li><li>Access to the Fitness Center </li></ul>