TEACHER, COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

Job Description** Applications will be received until June 2, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org . **About This JobResponsible for the planning, development, implementation, supervision and evaluation of the preschool program. Develops and implements a developmentally appropriate preschool program for young children. Assures the development and safety of children in accordance with relevant Federal, State, and local legislation and policies. Provides leadership, guidance, team development, customer service and support to staff and participants of the program and facilityWhat DPS Offers YouA Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.Salary Range: 44,732-$53,678. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement . What You'll Do Responsible for the mental and physical development of 2-5 year old children enrolled in the facility. Plans, directs, manages and coordinates both academic and extracurricular activities for the center, managing its resources and providing administrative guidance and supervision of its child specialists and early learning educators who use play-to-learn teaching methods Plan and develop the school's learning methods with inputs from the faculty and external education officials and consultants to ensure quality program success Discussing the children's progress with other teachers and parents Developing activities and teaching programs that are culturally appropriate. Adapting the available teaching methods to meet the interest and needs of the children. Promoting early education and literacy Recruit, evaluate and hire primary and early education teachers as well as support administrative staff and provide opportunities for career training and advancement Other duties as assignedWhat You’ll NeedAssociate's or relevant work experienceBachelor's degree preferred.Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education. Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. FunAbout UsDenver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.