The Staenberg-Loup JCC Early Leaning School (ELS) is looking for Lead Qualified Classroom Teachers who can help create a fun and safe environment while also incorporating excellent educational programming to assist in our children’s development and support a diversity of needs within the classroom. We are looking for teachers who are knowledgeable and responsible to join our ELS team of 40+ teachers and the greater JCC community.  At the JCC, we have a culture and environment of where “everyone is welcome.”    

As a Lead Qualified Classroom Teacher, you will develop, implement, and evaluate the preschool curriculum, and be responsible for providing a quality educational program that reflects the goals of our school.  Lead Teachers will collaborate with colleagues, the administration, Early Interventionist and families to create lessons that guide children’s active engagement in classroom environments. Classroom Teachers work with groups of children, applying a constructivist approach to co-construct learning alongside children. In addition to a high-level classroom experience, our students take advantage of swimming (preschool only), actively working in our garden, and having accessibility to our sensory motor rooms providing a well-rounded experience throughout their time at the J.  

Employee Perks & Benefits: 

At the ELS, and greater JCC, we care about the quality of our programs, our ability to provide excellent customer service, and the overall experience of our staff members. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. We value our teachers and coordinate an engaging Professional Development week each year, offer year-round opportunities for professional development, as well as mentoring and coaching for all teachers. There are also growth opportunities within our ELS team. 

As an employee of the greater JCC, you will have access to a number perks that include child discounts to our ELS as well as discounts across all JCC programs (engagement programs, tennis, fitness (massage, personal training, swim lessons, and pilates), theatre camp, day and overnight camp, after school enrichments), and monthly professional development opportunities.  All full-time employees receive a family fitness membership which includes access to our pools. Our organization also offers addition benefits that are listed at the bottom of this posting.   

We welcome both full-time and part-time Lead Qualified Classroom Teacher applications. There are discounts and perks available for our part-time staff as well. 

Role and Responsibilities

Teaching and Curriculum 

• Create, manage, and participate in various learning environments and activities that provide opportunities for students to develop to their fullest potential and achieve their learning objectives 
• Ultimately responsible in your classroom to ensure all Colorado State Licensing standards are in compliance and upheld in your classroom as well as shared spaces 
• Ensure all curriculum is deemed safe per Colorado State Licensing Standards for preschools 

• Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of all children your classroom 

• Nurture the physical, spiritual, emotional, social, and intellectual growth and development of each child 

• Plan and implement a daily curriculum according to developmentally appropriate practices and school values with your teaching team 

• Document the learning and experiences of the children to be shared with families and the community, through blog posts, Brightwheel messages and instillations surrounding the classroom  

• Conduct Family-Teacher Conferences 

Administrative & Classroom 

• Maintain a cheerful, nurturing healthy, safe and clean classroom environment. 

• Maintain attendance and injury records 

• Maintain storage, organization, and cleanliness of classroom equipment and materials.  

• Ensure the maintenance of a clean and aesthetically pleasing classroom 

Communication & Community 

• Communicate regularly with Administrative team for classroom challenges as well as all concerns regarding a child’s progress 

• Participate in regular staff meetings and professional development 

• Participate in School social and family education programs 

• Monitor growth and development of each child and communicate progress and/or concerns with family, early interventionist and Director 

• Communicate regularly and professionally with families 

• Hold biannual family conferences, and as needed/requested 

• Attend school-wide and class events such as picnics, parties, family meetings and other special events 

• Work with the teaching team on problem solving classroom and school challenges as needed 

Professional Development 

• Work towards increasing knowledge and abilities in the field of early childhood education and related topics through attendance at workshops and courses, reading books or periodicals, or other means 
• Team up with other staff for professional development on the peer-to-peer level 

• Attend monthly staff meetings/professional development sessions 

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• PDIS Early Childhood Teacher Credential PDIS Early Childhood Teacher Credential 3.0 (Level II or higher)  

• First-Aid/CPR 

• AA or BA/BS in field related to Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Development or equivalent experience 

• Knowledge of a constructivist approach to learning and/or emergent curricula. 

• Prior experience working with young children. 

• Experience with writing and enacting lesson plans. 

• Experience with creating and displaying documentation of children’s work. 

• Proficiency in MS Outlook. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication. 

• Knowledge of, and respect, for the rules and regulations of the Staenberg Loup Jewish Community Center including the Employee Handbook and the ability to abide by them.

Physical/Mental Requirements (ADA Compliance)

• This position requires the candidate to be able to care for children’s physical needs on a consistent basis.  Candidates must be able to interact with children on their level; frequent bending, squatting and playing on the floor is expected.  Candidate must be able to lift 30 pounds.  Candidate must remain alert and productive.  Children and teachers move about the building to engage in weekly specials such as Judaics, or swimming lessons.  The ideal candidate is able to be flexible with routines, and willing to engage in the overall community at the JCC.  

Benefits Overview

Full-Time employees of the JCC are considered benefits-eligible.

The JCC contributes a portion of medical, dental, and vision plan premiums. The JCC proudly pays for 100% of Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage for benefits eligible employees. We also provide additional voluntary benefit plans.

The JCC has a 401(K) Plan available for elective deferral contributions for employees over 21 years of age with no waiting period. The JCC matches 50% of employee contributions, up to 3%, on a 5-year vesting schedule.

Paid Time Off is a day-one benefit, accrued based on years of service and in compliance with Colorado Health Families & Workplaces Act. First-year, benefits-eligible employees may accrue up to 120 hours of Paid Time Off in their first year of service. The JCC also provides paid-holidays and benefits-eligible employees are awarded up to 4 additional “Floating Holidays” per year, prorated based on date of hire.

Full-Time employees are also eligible for a wide range of discounts, including up to 50% off for the JCC’s Preschool and Summer Camp childcare programs, free and discounted tickets to Mizel Arts and Culture events, discounted program and class costs, and more!

Full-Time employees of the JCC receive a complementary family gym membership, which includes year-round access to the JCC’s fitness center and heated pool.

All employees of the JCC are eligible to join the “JCCs of North America” (JCCA) community, which includes access to the JCCA’s resource center, ongoing professional development and networking opportunities, as well as educational stipends for qualifying employees.

Additional Notes

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the incumbent will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the supervisor or other management as required. The JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the needs arise. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

The Jewish Community Center values diversity and inclusiveness and is an equal opportunity employer.