Associate Teacher
University of Denver
- Denver, CO
- $44,000-51,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assist in the development and implementation of curriculum aligned with Fisher's approach to early childhood education and specifically identified curricula resources.
- Apply content from Fisher sponsored trainings and resources available on the R Drive to support implementation of curricula.
- Demonstrate knowledge of content and developmental areas by creating experiences that engage children in purposeful and meaningful learning related to key curriculum concepts.
- Inform curriculum and planning through use of the child assessment process and data.
- Contribute to a progress monitoring system, using a strengths-based approach including child observation and assessment.
- Support the establishment and maintenance of a safe and healthy environment for all children.
- Positively contribute to a professional and collaborative atmosphere in the classroom and program as a whole.
- Engage in effective problem-solving, formal and informal communication with families, colleagues and community partners.
- Establish and maintain strong family partnerships.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to prioritize and multitask
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong time management ability
- Strong ability to work on a team
- Ability to work with many different types of people
- Organized and flexible
- Associate's degree or equivalent credits in ECE, Elementary Education, Special Education, Family and Child Development or Child Psychology.
- One (1) or more years of experience working with children.
- Willingness to work with children in an inclusive environment.
- Must be able to push, pull, or lift 50 lbs.
- Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field.
- Two (2) or more years of classroom experience in a NAEYC accredited early childhood group setting.
- Knowledge and experience working with children who have special needs.
- Experience working with children in an inclusive environment.
- Unexpected interruptions occur often, and stress level is moderate to high.
- Noise level is quiet to moderate.
The offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the .Please include the following documents with your application: * Resume
- Cover Letter
- 3 References (At least 2 professional)
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