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Douglas County School District

Substitute - Preschool Instructor

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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

Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details cannot be saved along the way, and you must complete and submit the application in one sitting. If you leave your computer and return later, you may time out.
REMINDER
Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only!
Job Posting Title:
Substitute -
Preschool Instructor Job Description:
Responsible for providing classroom instruction and positive interaction with students and colleagues. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Occasional lifting, five (5) to fifty (50) pounds • Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting Position Specific Information (if Applicable):
Responsibilities:
Plan and implement instruction consistent with the preschool curriculum and mandated components. Cooperate with the special education team in order to help special education children meet Individual Educational Plan goals. Cooperate with team members to develop and implement Individual Learning Plans for at risk students. Communicate effectively with students, parents, and team. Use formal and informal methods to assess the abilities and needs of students. Maintain data collection regarding student progress/performance, including confidential reports and information. Participate in ongoing formal and informal staff development. Perform toileting duties and life skills instruction. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Certifications:
First Aid & CPR Certification - American Heart Association, Group Leader Qualified -
Co Dept of Human Services Education:
High School or Equivalent Skills:
Position Type:
Substitutes Primary Location:
Copper Mesa Elementary One Year Only (Yes or No):
No Scheduled Hours Per Week:
0
FTE:
0.00
Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:
0 Work Days (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)
Minimum Hire Rate:
$22.74
USD Hourly Maximum Hire Rate:
$22.74
USD Hourly Full Salary Range:
$22.74 USD - $22.74 USD Hourly All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.
Time Off Plans:
This position is eligible for paid sick time. This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: November 6, 2026