Posted August 09, 2026

PreK Teacher

Once Upon a Childcare

Colorado Springs, CO, US Full Time

17USD - 19USD per hour

Benefits:

Once Upon a Childcare is looking for a PREK teacher to join our team!

Responsibilities:

Develop a fun and creative lesson plan suitable for the children in your class
Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, etc.) to teach children
Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, colors, art, etc...).
Track children's progress and report to parents
Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background and psyche.
Collaborate with other educators.
If needed help with potty training
Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards.

Benefits:

Desired Skills and Experience:

Experience working in a licensed childcare facility
Child development courses through an accredited college and/or EQIT/Pyramid Plus courses and/or a Level 2 or higher in the PDIS credential system
Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
Excellent communication and instructional skills
Ability to act as a mediator between children
Cool-tempered, friendly, and reliable
Certification in child CPR or willingness to obtain