Daycare / Preschool Teacher | Colorado Springs

The Sunshine House Early Learning Academy is seeking Lead Teachers for our NAEYC accredited school in Colorado Springs. We are looking for dedicated, experienced Assistant and Lead Teachers who make child and family relationships a priority while understanding and applying early childhood education practices. If you have a passion for education and enjoy working with children, we invite you to apply for one of these rewarding roles. As part of our team, you will play a crucial role in creating a positive and nurturing learning environment.

About The Sunshine House: Bright Futures Start Here! We are not just daycare for infants through school age children. Our mission is “To provide high-quality care and education – every child, every family, every day.” We use the Creative Curriculum to facilitate learning through play. Although we are one of the largest early education and childcare companies in the United States, our centers have a family-oriented feel.

Our Vision: To partner with families to create a better world.

Our Mission: To provide high-quality care and education – every child, every family, every day.

Job Type: Assistant Infant Teacher, float teacher, Substitutes

Salary: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour based on qualifications outlined below

Some day-to-day tasks:

• Complete ongoing state and company training to help equip you to create a safe and engaging environment- we pay for the courses and your time!

• Use curriculum studies to create lesson plans that you and your students will love. Don’t worry, we have lots of ideas to choose from.

• Welcome our families. Engage them in conversation about their child's education, and the features and benefits of our programs.

• Provide a safe and inclusive classroom.

• Apply knowledge of child development to foster relationships with children and tailor the play-based environment.

• Adhere to state licensing, health, fire and quality rating procedures

• Have fun!

Requirements

• Lots of Different Ways to Qualify:

• Early Childhood Aide: Must be at least 18 years old and have proof of a high school diploma or GED. Salary range for an Aide is $14.00-$15.00

• Early Childhood Assistant: Applicants must be 18 years old, have proof of a high school diploma or GED and must meet one of the following options: experience in a licensed child care or experience in a child care setting. Salary range for an assistant is $15.00-$16.00

• Early Childhood Lead: Applicants must be 18 years old, have proof of a high school diploma or GED and must meet one of the following options: have a finished degree in education, preferably in early childhood, child development college courses, a current CDA, or at minimum a PDIS credential level 2 or higher. Salary range is $17.00-$19.00. Higher salary to applicants with ability to be a back up bus driver (no CDL required) or a closing teacher.

Benefits

• Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical, dental & vision insurance

• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave

• Monday-Friday schedule, no nights or weekends!

• Discounted childcare tuition

• Tuition reimbursement programs

• Career advancement and growth opportunities

• Work in a Colorado Shines Level 4 center that is NAEYC accredited!

• And much more

The Sunshine House is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The Sunshine House prides itself on closely following state and federal laws designed to keep you protected. Follow the links below to learn about Discrimination, FMLA, and Polygraph protections. Information on additional employee rights can be found posted at each school.

Discrimination Information (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants)

FMLA Information

Polygraph Test Information (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/polygraph)