The Learning Experience - Fort Collins
Location
Fort Collins, Colorado
Salary
$16 - $20 / HOUR
The Preschool Assistant Teacher will support the Lead Teacher in implementing the L.E.A.P. Curriculum and facilitating engaging, age-appropriate activities. They are responsible for ensuring the safety, well-being, and social-emotional growth of children while maintaining strong communication with families.
Candidates must have at least one year of experience in early childhood education and hold a PDIS Level 2 certification. Applicants are required to meet all state licensing standards for an assistant or lead teacher.
401(k) matching Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Job Title: Preschool Assistant Teacher Company: The Learning Experience® (TLE) Fort Collins Location: 4775 Boardwalk Dr. Fort Collins Job Type: Full-Time – Preschool Assistant Teacher Pay rate: $ 16-20 per hour + Benefits About Us At The Learning Experience, we are a community dedicated to fostering curiosity, creativity, and confidence in young learners. Our award-winning curriculum blends play-based learning with academic readiness, creating a safe, inclusive, and joyful environment where children thrive. We are looking for a passionate Preschool Assistant Teacher to join our TLE team of wonderful and dedicated educators! The Role As a Preschool Assistant Teacher, you will work alongside our Lead Teacher to create a stimulating and supportive classroom environment. You will be actively engaging them in age-appropriate activities, supporting their social-emotional growth, and ensuring their safety and well-being. What You'll Do: Curriculum: Assist implementing our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, that fosters language, motor skills, cognitive and social-emotional growth. Engage & Play: Facilitate hands-on learning activities, arts and crafts, storytime, and outdoor play that spark imagination. Connect with Families: Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and guardians, providing daily updates on their child's progress and joy. Ensure Safety: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment in compliance with state licensing regulations.
You have at least 1 year of experience in Early Childhood Education (ECE) with a focus on preschool age classrooms.
Health insurance (after 90 days), Paid time off, Dental Insurance, Vision insurance, Tuition reimbursement, 401(k) matching, Referral program, Employee discount, Professional development assistance Ready to Make a Difference? If you are ready to bring your energy, kindness, and love for children to a team that values you, we want to hear from you!
Click the "Apply Now" button to submit your resume and a brief note about why you love working with kids. No cover letter required, but we'd love to know your story! The Learning Experience is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Market context
In Colorado, teaching assistant openings are often driven by classroom support needs, student services, and school staffing cycles. These roles can be competitive because employers may look for reliability, a high school diploma or equivalent, Safe Environment compliance, and respect for the Catholic faith. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and readiness to meet any school-specific compliance steps before applying.
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