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La Petite Academy

Lead Daycare Teachers (Closing Shift) - 7259

Pay: $20.70–$21.51/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Greenwood Village, CO (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/20/2026

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What they do

A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

$37,664 / year median in Colorado

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Join our network of early childhood professionals from over 1,070 schools and GROWING! At La Petite Academy a Learning Care Group brand, we offer job stability, longevity, and a nationwide support network to help you achieve your career goals!

Job Responsibilities:

Create fun and interactive learning experiences while serving as mentors to fellow Teachers. Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards. Communicate directly with parents and prospective parents to achieve success for the child. Maintain a fun and interactive classroom that is clean and organized.

Job Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age High School diploma or equivalent Complete and pass state required background check We're all about you and your experience. Your health and happiness, your work/life balance, your peace of mind. Beyond competitive compensation, significant growth opportunities, and regular employee appreciation celebrations, we also offer a range of benefits and resources for you to connect, balance, grow and thrive throughout your career.

Colorado Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options.

Lead Teacher:

$20.70-21.51 Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees, Limited medical offered for part-time workers Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification, 401K (plus company match), life and disability insurance and child care discount available to all employees All employees in Colorado are eligible for paid sick leave, as required by the Healthy Families Work Act. Full-time employees are provided with 48 hours upon hire and annually each fiscal year thereafter. Part-time and temporary employees earn paid sick leave based upon hours worked. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis #

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Full-time Pay:

$20.70 - $21.51 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): • Are you a Level 2 in Colorado PDIS? Required for the role we are hiring for • This position requires a consistent schedule of 8:30/9:00 AM- 5:30/6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, Are you fully available for these hours?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

In person