Lead Preschool Teacher
Full Time • Primrose School of West Woods
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Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
Now Hiring: Preschool Educator
Primrose School at Candelas | Arvada, CO 80007
Do you love helping children build confidence, curiosity, and a strong foundation for school success? Primrose School at Candelas, an accredited private preschool, is seeking a passionate, energetic Preschool Educator who is excited about preparing children for a successful transition into Elementary School.
At Primrose, our Balanced Learning® approach blends purposeful play with teacher-guided instruction to help children develop the academic, social, and emotional skills they need to thrive in Kindergarten and beyond.
Pay & Benefits
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$18–$24/hour, based on experience and qualifications
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10 paid holidays + additional PTO & paid sick leave
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Flexible scheduling (full-time positions available)
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Health, dental, vision, life, short-term disability & supplemental insurance
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401(k)
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Tuition assistance & ongoing professional development
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Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Hours: School operates 6:30am–6:00pm with flexible shift options
What You’ll Do
As a Preschool Educator, you will:
- Lead a classroom focused on Kindergarten and Elementary School readiness
- Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons
- Support children’s growth in early literacy, math, problem-solving, and social skills
- Assess and support each child’s individual developmental progress
- Collaborate with Assistant Teachers and leadership to create a strong learning environment
- Partner with families through conferences and ongoing communication
- Maintain a safe, nurturing, and well-organized classroom
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Follow all Federal and State of Colorado Child Care Licensing rules and regulations
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and school events
What We’re Looking For
- A passion for preparing children for Kindergarten and Elementary School success
- Strong classroom leadership and communication skills
- A positive, patient, and engaging teaching style
- A team-oriented, dependable, and adaptable mindset
Requirements
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ECT qualified under local and state regulations
- Ability to pass all required background checks
- Ability to lift children (up to 35 lbs) as needed
- Comfortable with physical activity including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and sitting throughout the day
Why Primrose School at Candelas?
We are a locally owned and operated school that values our teachers and invests in their success—while offering the structure and support of the nationally recognized Primrose brand.
Primrose School at Candelas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Compensation: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
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CAREER DEVELOPMENT
As a preschool teacher, you'll develop the skills you need to advance your career in education or launch the next chapter of your professional life.
INDUSTRY-LEADING CURRICULUM
Teachers at Primrose schools are educators, not babysitters. They all use our Balanced Learning approach - an exclusive, research-informed method that gives you both structure and flexibility, so you can make the most of every moment in the classroom.
SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY
You'll be part of a team of educators and in-school leaders who feel more like family and are as invested in the children - and your future - as you are.