Teacher Signing Bonus Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

Salary: $24.25 - $27.88 / hour (depending on position and qualifications)

Posting: Accepting applications as long as posting is up

To apply: Submit a resume, transcript, diplomas, and certificates

Bonus: Signing bonus eligible, $1000 to $2,000 depending on credentials and employment status.

Mile High Early Learning has openings for Preschool Teachers at our Blossom House, Tamera M. Sparks and Lowry Early Learning centers, Denver location.

Position Description:

Plan, organize and deliver a developmentally appropriate preschool education program based on the individual cognitive, motor, social and emotional needs of children enrolled. Manage the classroom to create a positive, healthy and safe learning environment. Implement the Agency's early childhood education curriculum. Ensure the implementation and maintenance of Agency policies and procedures, Head Start standards, and State of Colorado child care licensing requirements. Provide direction and leadership to classroom staff. Partner with the Center Director, Head Start Director, Education Compliance Coordinators, and other staff to manage Agency activities. Overtime may be required on evenings or weekends based on Agency needs.

Work Environment:

Mile High Early Learning is a leading provider of early care and education for children 6 weeks to five years focused on growing great young minds and preparing them for kindergarten and the world using a Montessori inspired curriculum approach.

Consider joining a learning organization that is as focused on growing great teachers and family-oriented professionals as we are on providing a high-quality educational experience for our students and comprehensive services to our families. Mile High Early Learning invests in our staff with ongoing professional development including college courses, certifications, conferences, and workshops. Our professional development programs include semi-annual Child Development Associate certification trainings, annual Inclusive Practice in Early Childhood training, and a Bachelors Residency program.

Mile High Early Learning is seeking candidates who are committed to educational equity and anti-racism, and willing to engage in the hard work it takes to bring positive, impactful change. As an inclusive, learning-centered organization, we embrace innovation, reflection, and assessment to continuously improve.

We are always looking to add thoughtful, energetic, honest, positive, and creative people to our team. Must be an outstanding communicator and rapport builder.

Responsibilities for the Preschool Teacher include:

• Lead a classroom of up to 17 preschoolers ages three to five
• Co-Lead the teaching team of two other classroom staff
• Work closely as a classroom teaching team to individualize the curriculum to meet the children's needs
• Support children's social and emotional needs
• Complete developmental assessments and screenings
• Complete home visits (twice per year) and parent teacher conferences
• Work as a team to complete parent/teacher conference and home visits
• Encourage and support family involvement in the classroom
• Create a safe and healthy learning environment
• Supervise the safety of the children in care
• Supervise volunteers and student interns as applicable
• Communicate with coworkers and families in a warm and professional manner

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Mile High Early Learning offers the following benefits after start of employment:

• Signing bonus (see above)
• 5+ weeks of paid time off
•  Employee discount for childcare 
• Health insurance (as low as $138/mth)
• Dental insurance (at no cost for employee only coverage)
• Short term, Long term, and Life Insurance (no cost)
• Retirement Plan with employer match
• Financial support for education related college coursework or degree attainment
• Employee assistance program with robust mental health support

Requirements

• AA/BA/MA in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field OR
• AA/BA/MA in an unrelated field with a minimum of 30 credits in ECE OR a current Teaching License with an endorsement in ECE or SpEd.

Other requirements:

• Demonstrated teaching skills, as displayed by a minimum of 2 years of experience in the classroom
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to use appropriate communication and management skills including excellent writing ability
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, lead, and model exemplary instructional practices
• Ability to work full time, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening meetings

MHEL uses an online system for references. Applicants must be prepared to provide a minimum of three references to qualify for employment.

Mile High Early Learning is a drug-free workplace, and we perform pre-employment drug screenings. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified candidates will receive fair consideration for employment.  #ID23