Essential Functions
- In direct coordination with the Master Teacher (MT) and administrative staff, assist in the implementation of Fisher recommended practices in curriculum, classroom environment, daily schedules, classroom modifications and adaptations, teacher/child interactions, facilitation of play, participation in all staff trainings.
- Jointly develops and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum based on the individual interests, needs, and abilities of the children in the classroom and the group as a whole.
- Facilitates classroom and program development in direct coordination with the MT and admin staff. Assists in the facilitation of curriculum implementation.
- Demonstrates knowledge of policies and procedures related to the implementation of the NAEYC and program standards.
- Participates daily in team planning of curriculum and classroom routine with the MT and other appropriate staff
- Assists the MT in maintaining classroom discipline and conflict resolution strategies as directed and acts as a role model to students.
- Supervises and participates in developmentally appropriate outdoor play activities on a daily basis.
- Participates in the team assessment of each child developmentally, ensures adequate documentation is completed, and develops individual goals, involving parents in the process.
- Assists to implement a method for child observations, completes anecdotal records and portfolio development.
- Jointly completes assigned assessment responsibilities including the following: a) record observations for 4 data checkpoints per year using Fisher assessment and portfolio tools b) photograph assigned children c) compile anecdotal records, work samples, video/audio records, d) schedule and facilitate portfolio conferences at the end of the school year.
- Assists the team to establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for all children.
- Assists in maintaining a safe classroom environment (indoors and outdoors) to meet program standards, rules, regulations and accreditation standards.
- Assists the team to complete and maintain all necessary documentation to demonstrate compliance with program, health and safety regulations and requirements.
- Jointly implements all current health and safety regulations per licensing, NAEYC, and Fisher guidelines, in classrooms, playgrounds, motor room, fieldtrips, walks, and any evacuations.
- Adheres to federal, state, and university health and safety policies and procedures.
- Supervises and participates in developmentally appropriate outdoor play activities on a daily basis
- Participates in planning that includes observations and assessments of the children, development of weekly curricular goals/activities, individualization of the curriculum based on the individual interests, needs, and abilities of the children in the classroom and the group as a whole, development of weekly curricular goals/activities.
- Demonstrates knowledge of content and developmental areas by creating experiences that engage children in purposeful and meaningful learning related to key curriculum concepts.
- Utilizes multiple sources (including results of informal and formal assessments as well as children’s initiations, questions, and interests) to:
- identify what children have learned.
- adapt curriculum and teaching to meet children’s needs and interests.
- foster children’s curiosity.
- extend children’s engagement.
- support self-initiated learning
- Serves as a productive member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Works cooperatively with Fisher Inclusion Team in the provision of universal strategies, accommodations, and the development of goals for children with special needs.
- Initiates and sustains positive working relationships with team members, center and University personnel as well as community agencies.
- Contributes to an effective classroom team through consistent communication and planning.
- Utilizes effective communication strategies in all facets of the job.
- Other duties
- Participation in all staff trainings.
- Attends all scheduled staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
- Obtains and maintains appropriate educational certificate or credential and submits to the director a record of training attended and classes taken during the program year.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree or equivalent credits in ECE, Elementary Education, Special Education, Family and Child Development or Child Psychology.
- 1 or more years of experience working with children.
- Willingness to work with children in an inclusive environment.
- Must be able to push, pull, or lift 50 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field.
- 2 or more years of classroom experience in a NAEYC accredited early childhood group setting.
- Knowledge and experience working with children who have special needs.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Evening and weekends as required.
Application Deadline
For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) on Thursday, December 31, 2020.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Hourly Range
The hourly range for the position is $17.18 - $22.22.
Please include the following documents with your application:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military/ veteran status or any other status protected by law.
All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.