Job Description

Lead Twos Teacher

Rabbi Steven Foster Early Learning Center 

Position Overview 

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Employment Type: Year-round Full-time  
Pay Range: $18.50–$25.50 per hour  

The Rabbi Steven Foster Early Learning Center is seeking an energetic, nurturing, and collaborative toddler teacher to join our vibrant educational team. We are looking for someone who is confident in working with the youngest members of our community. Our two year old classroom ranges in age from 2 to 3 years, with 10 children to 2 educators. Educators are responsible for caring for the children's needs while setting up enriching learning environments and activities. Educators are responsible for communicating with families daily to create a partnership for learning.  

About Us 

At the Rabbi Steven Foster Early Learning Center, we nurture each child’s innate curiosity and sense of wonder through a play-based, emergent curriculum. Our values-centered approach is inspired by Jewish tradition, the Reggio Emilia philosophy, and social-emotional learning. We honor children as capable co-constructors of knowledge and view families as essential partners in our learning community.  

Key Responsibilities 

- Design and implement hands-on, child-led curriculum aligned with the Colorado Early Learning and developmental guidelines
- Foster a classroom culture rooted in respect, belonging, and creativity  
- Support children’s social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development  
- Use developmentally appropriate practice to differentiate instruction and meet individual needs 
- Collaborate with team members, administrators, and families
- Document learning through observations, portfolios, and assessment tools
- Engage with families through regular communication and inclusive partnership 
- Participate in professional development and reflective practice  
- Integrate Jewish values and traditions into classroom life in an inclusive and developmentally meaningful way

Benefits
- $18.50–$25.50 per hour  (including 2 hours paid dedicated planning)
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance - up to 100% employee Health Coverage!
- 3 1/2 weeks of Paid Time Off  PLUS 7 weeks and Jewish Holidays for scheduled closures!
- Significantly Discounted Childcare  

Required Qualifications 
- Early Childhood Lead Teacher Qualified and/or Level 2 Credential on PDIS or willing to acquire with support
- Appreciation of child-centered play-based learning and willingness to apply with support
- Commitment to fostering a warm, inclusive, and respectful environment  
- Comfort integrating Jewish values into classroom experiences based on provided Jewish content

Physical Requirements 
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and interact at child’s level  
- Comfortable sitting, kneeling, and moving on the floor  
- Willingness to engage in active indoor and outdoor play  

 

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Monday to Friday,

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