Job detail
Early Childhood Lead Teacher
Thrive Preschool
FULL_TIME
Posted 2/27/2026
Location
Commerce City, Colorado
Salary
$46,626 - $51,288 / YEAR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher will oversee the development and implementation of inquiry-Based curriculum, documentation, and work projects while cultivating a learning environment responsive to diverse children's needs. Responsibilities also include supporting families as partners through frequent communication and conducting family-Teacher conferences.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a positive attitude, passion for working with young children, and experience as a lead teacher, meeting minimum state qualifications for early childhood lead teacher in colorado. A dedication to play-Based learning and experience/Knowledge of reggio emilia philosophies are highly valued.
Organizational SkillsAssessmentCommunication SkillsLeadershipObservationStaff SupervisionBehavior ManagementCurriculum DevelopmentParent CommunicationPlay-Based LearningReggio Emilia PracticesSpecial Needs Planning
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Professional development
- Continuing education opportunities
- Paid holidays and breaks
- 401(k) plans with employer contribution matching
- Classroom supplies and materials budget
- Time out of the classroom to plan
- Employer contributions toward group medical coverage
- Employer contributions toward group dental coverage
- Employer contributions toward group vision coverage