Are you passionate about building relationships with young children and creating an environment where children are taught that they are capable and valued? Do you want to make a positive difference in the lives of many? Are you ready to play, challenge and encourage children in the classroom while committing to being a lifelong learner yourself? If you answered yes, then the Acorn School is the right place for you! Apply today!

The Acorn School is inviting qualified applicants to send their resumes to be considered for teaching positions in our school. Currently we are actively recruiting teachers. We are looking to hire lead and assistant teachers.

The mission of The Acorn School for Early Childhood Development is to advocate for higher standards in the field of early childhood by modeling high quality care and educational programs.

The Acorn School creates an environment of support for their teachers and community. Our passion is creating a professional work environment where Early Childhood Education becomes a rewarding and sustainable career. Acorn is known in the community as a quality program with a focus on social emotional skill development. At Acorn you will build relationships with students, families and the administrative team. We are looking for professionals who value children’s perspective and individuality. Acorn supports a work life balance and is dedicated to creating a life long learning environment for both the children and the teachers.

The responsibility of teachers at The Acorn School is to support the emotional, physical, cognitive, and social needs of the children as well as cover necessary working hours in the classroom, collaborate with other Acorn teachers and administration, and cultivate positive relationships with parents. Candidates should possess a deep respect for the rights of the child and appreciate play - based, constructivist learning environments.

Minimum Qualifications:

*Must have experience working in the early childhood education field or education in the field

*Must meet Colorado Child Care State Licensing standards as an Early Childhood Teacher

*Must have a passion for teaching in this field

*Must be a team player and willing to support fellow teachers and staff

Benefits offered:

* Competitive hourly pay with proof of Early Childhood Teacher qualifications

* Low teacher to student ratios and group size

Infants 3 teachers / 7-8 babies

Young Toddlers 3 teachers / 10 students

Toddlers 3 teachers / 12-13 students

Preschool 2-3 teachers / 10-16 students

Pre-K 3 teachers / 17-20 students

* Professional Learning Communities; teachers collaborate, research, implement and share with community

* All teachers trained in Pyramid Plus Social Emotional Skill Development and MMCI

* Earned 48 hours of paid sick leave in the first year of employment in addition to planned closure dates.

* Paid hours during Holiday Closures for full time teachers after 90 days of employment:

Labor Day Closed

Thanksgiving Break Closed for 3 days

Winter Break Closed for 9 days

Presidents Day Closed

Spring Break Closed for 5 days

Memorial Day Closed

Summer Break Closed for 3 days

Equaling 23 days

* 30 minute paid lunch breaks

* Breakfast and lunch included

* Community environment where our teachers are a part of and involved in the vision and mission of the school!

This position is 40 hour/week.

These positions are available immediately.

If interested please send a cover letter outlining your interest in the position as well as your availability and resume to the reply of this ad. Competitive salary and benefits.

Teacher Testimonials:

“In my 25 years of working in the early childhood education field, The Acorn School is the BEST school that I've worked at. Admin pour their heart and soul into this program. Each classroom has a low class ratio that allows you to spend quality time with each child. The Acorn School is not just a school, it's a community!” - Melanie Pappert

“Working at The Acorn School doesn’t feel like a job! I am lucky to be part of such a great community.”- Heather Savickas

“I’ve been in the Early Childhood Field for a long time, but never worked at a more supportive, appreciative and grateful school. At Acorn we as teachers are given the freedom to plan lessons according to our kids interests and with TS-Gold to support that. Our admin team is supportive in every aspect of our professional and personal lives. Being able to stay with the same kids for multiple years is even more gratifying. Please come join our team at the Acorn School, you won’t regret it!” Debbie Clyncke

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 1 year (Required)
• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person