10 Aug
2026
Teacher Early Childhood Teacher
Job Description
SOUTH TABLE MOUNTAIN PRESCHOOL
EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER
JOB DESCRIPTION
Qualifications:
- Must meet basic requirements for Early Childhood Teacher as stated in the Colorado Department of Human Services- Office of Early Childhood Rules Regulating Child Care Centers.
- Ability to relate positively with young children in a mature and responsible manner.
- Previous teaching, assistant teacher or classroom experience with a quality preschool, childcare center or church nursery is preferred.
- Certification or degree related to early childhood, preschool or elementary education is desirable, but not mandatory.
- Knowledge as a parent or from previous work experience of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children.
- Passes Federal and State Criminal Background checks, as well as TRAILS-Child Abuse and Neglect Background Check and Sex Offender Background Check.
Responsibilities:
- Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a class of children.
- Assesses each child’s developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
- Submits timely lesson plans and implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule using the STMP curriculum outlines and materials.
- Plans with the director for all required parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
- Provides an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages creativity, exploration and decision-making by the children.
- Ensures that all class bulletin boards are current and provide the families with an overview of the material taught.
- Provides the children with verbal praise and acceptance while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children’s behavior.
- Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playground.
- Assists and coordinates snacks, meals, naptime and bathroom activities.
- Is familiar with and knowledgeable of the STMP Policies and Procedures.
- Maintains the STMP professional attitude and work behavior.
- Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions as determined by the Director.
- Observes all rules and regulations of STMP and the local, state, or federal regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
- Maintains a professional personal appearance.
- Assists in other capacities as determined by the Director.
- Follows the schedule as determined by the Director.
Upon Employment:
- Submit an Employee Health form, signed and dated by your physician, that you are healthy and able to perform the essential functions of the job of a teacher of young children.
- Complete basic First Aid/CPR Training, Standard Precautions and other state required trainings (Annually).
- Complete all required one-time, annual and Continuing Education classes and trainings throughout the year.
Reporting Relationship:
- A lead teacher reports directly to the STMP
Pay Range starting $20-$24/hour dependent on education, experience and qualifications.
Potential 20-35hrs/week
