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Job Posting Title:

Preschool Assistant Teacher & BASE Lead (Apply directly with Skyview Academy - DO NOT apply online with DCSD)

Job Description:

Position: Preschool Assistant
Reports To: PreK/BASE Director
Position Status: Full-Time
Position Class: Non-Exempt
Contract Days: 177 days
Schedule: M-F
Salary/Pay: Staff Compensation & Retention Policy
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PERA

Vision Statement:
SkyView Academy is committed to preparing students to be lifelong learners and honorable leaders of tomorrow.

Mission Statement:
SkyView Academy offers a research-based, content-rich liberal arts program with a commitment to foreign language studies and community service. Staff, parents, and students are actively involved in a culture of expectation and support where individuals are respected, valued, and known by the content of their character.

SVA Preschool Teachers Will:
Have a deep passion for learning and the subject matter being taught.
Support implementation of the SVA vision & mission, helping set the tone and culture.

Engage students in thoughtful, logical dialogue on a consistent basis and build appropriate professional relationships with students.

Differentiate instruction to address various learning styles.

Demonstrate effective classroom management and discipline.

Communicate proactively with students, staff, and parents.

Understand that student learning is the measure of successful teaching.
Embrace feedback from the administration in a continuous improvement modality.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Colorado State Rules and Regulations pertaining to Preschool.

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

Duties:

In cooperation with (and under the supervision of) a Lead Teacher, teach a classroom of 3-4 or 4-5 year old students.
Being up to date, compliant, and knowledgeable on state Licensing Rules and Regulations and Health Department Rules and Regulations
Sanitizing and disinfecting surfaces/items in the classroom as deemed necessary by state rules and regulations
Be involved in the life of the school – Clubs, Sports, Community Service, or Character Program
Monitor lunch and/or hallways
Other duties as assigned by the Elementary Principal or Preschool Director

Qualifications:

Any ONE of these options is to be considered Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) qualified:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Psychology, Elementary Education, or Family and Child Development
- Bachelor’s Degree in an unrelated area of study AND (2) 3 semester hour classes focused in ECE from a regionally accredited college/university (introduction to ECE and ECE guidance strategies)
- 2 year College Degree in Early Childhood Education (at least 60 semester hours) AND 6 months (910 verified hours) experience
- 12 semester hours in Early Childhood Education from a regionally accredited college/university, including (2) 3 semester hour classes focused in ECE from a regionally accredited college/university (introduction to ECE and ECE guidance strategies) PLUS 9 months (1,395 verified hours) of experience in supervising 4 or more children under the age of 6, who are not related to the applicant in any way
- Child Development Associate Certification
- Completion of a vocational or occupational education sequence in child growth and development AND (12) months (1,820 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of 4 or more children under the age of 6, who are not related to the applicant in any way
- (2) 3 semester-hour classes focused in ECE from a regionally accredited college/university (introduction to ECE and ECE guidance strategies) AND at least 24 months (3,640 verified hours) of experience in supervising 4 or more children under the age of 6, who are not related to the applicant in any way
At least one year (1,820 verified hours) of experience in a preschool classroom *(not considered ECT qualified, may not be left unsupervised with children)*

Familiarity with Colorado State Licensing/Health Department Rules and Regulations
CPR/First Aid/Standard Precautions Certification
Proficient in Technology
Excellent Communication Skills

Desired Attributes:

Successful candidates will be exceptional leaders, communicators, and enthusiastic about the SVA charter school model, which empowers staff and families, values Core Knowledge, Classical curriculum, foreign language, character education, and service to the community.

Other Desired Attributes Include:

Experience implementing the Core Knowledge Sequence and Classical teaching methods
Passion for early childhood education
Passion for developing a whole-school culture that provides an appropriate structure for grades preschool-12
Precise, persuasive, and effective interpersonal communication and writing skills
Entrepreneurial attitude, solid decision-making, and well-developed management skills
Accountable for their own actions and decisions, as well as comfortable holding others accountable for theirs
Accessible with an open-minded approach to students, staff, parents, andthe community
Dedication to being a respectable leader and role model at the school and within the community

Send Letter of Interest and Resume To:

Human Resources
SkyView Academy
6161 Business Center Dr.
Highlands Ranch, CO 80130
employment@svak12.org

To learn more, visit our SkyView website.

SkyView Academy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

Teaching License - Colorado Department of Education

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Skills:

Position Type:

Charter School

Primary Location:

Skyview Academy

One Year Only (Yes or No):

Scheduled Hours Per Week:

FTE:

1.00

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:

185 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:

$1.00 USD Annual

Maximum Hire Rate:

$75,000.50 USD Annual

Full Salary Range:

$1.00 USD - $150,000.00 USD Annual

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 health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.

Time Off Plans:

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:

May 20, 2026