Trailblazer Academy is seeking a passionate, faith-filled, and dedicated UPK (Universal Pre-School) Teacher to inspire and nurture young learners during one of the most important stages of their development. As a faith-based early childhood program, we believe children thrive when they are surrounded by love, encouragement, and the teachings of Jesus.
Schedule:
8:45 am - 12:00 pm or full time if preferred 8:45 am to 5:45 pm
In this role, you will create a vibrant, engaging, and Christ-centered classroom environment that promotes academic growth, curiosity, kindness, and a lifelong love of learning. You will help children build a strong educational foundation while also modeling Christian values through your daily interactions, character, and leadership.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on children's academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development while working alongside a supportive, mission-driven team.
Duties
- Develop and implement engaging curriculum aligned with Colorado UPK and early childhood education standards, including literacy, mathematics, science, social-emotional learning, and physical development.
- Create a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and faith-filled classroom where every child feels loved, valued, and encouraged.
- Incorporate Biblical principles, prayer, Bible stories, worship, and Christ-centered character development into daily classroom routines and learning experiences.
- Foster curiosity, creativity, independence, and a love of learning through hands-on, developmentally appropriate activities.
- Use positive classroom management strategies that promote respect, kindness, responsibility, and problem-solving.
- Conduct assessments to monitor each child's developmental and academic progress, adjusting instruction as needed.
- Build strong partnerships with families by communicating regularly regarding student progress, classroom activities, and developmental milestones.
- Collaborate with leadership and teaching staff to ensure curriculum is implemented consistently and effectively.
- Utilize specialized strategies to support children requiring early intervention or additional developmental support.
- Plan engaging lessons that incorporate play-based learning, sensory experiences, and exploration while meeting individual learning needs.
- Maintain accurate lesson plans, child assessments, classroom documentation, and licensing requirements.
- Model Christian values through words and actions, demonstrating patience, grace, compassion, and integrity while helping pour the love of Jesus into the hearts of our students.
Requirements
- Experience in early childhood education, preschool, childcare, or private school settings.
- Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
- Experience creating engaging curriculum that supports literacy, mathematics, social-emotional development, and kindergarten readiness.
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
- Knowledge of classroom management strategies that foster a positive, respectful, and engaging learning environment.
- Experience working with children requiring special education or early intervention services is preferred.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
- Must support and uphold the mission, values, and Statement of Faith of Trailblazer Academy.
- Early Childhood Teacher qualification required under Colorado licensing regulations. UPK qualifications are preferred.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous growth as an educator.
Why Join Trailblazer Academy?
- Faith-based environment where children and staff grow together in Christ.
- Supportive leadership that values and invests in its teachers.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Collaborative, family-oriented culture.
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- Meaningful work that impacts children academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.
- The opportunity to help shape the next generation by providing exceptional early childhood education while sharing the love of Jesus every day.
If you have a passion for early childhood education, a heart for serving children, and a desire to make an eternal impact through faith and learning, we would love to welcome you to the Trailblazer Academy family!
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Teaching: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Level 2 or higher PDIS Credential (Required)
Work Location: In person
