Lead Teacher Pre-K Classroom

We're a relationship-based, play-centered preschool in Denver, Colorado, seeking a Lead Teacher who approaches early childhood with warmth and intention. Our Pre-K classroom is a place where curiosity thrives, and behavior is met with steady presence and guidance. If you're looking for a community where play, inquiry, and relationship drive the work, you may have found it. We're looking for an educator who delights in building thoughtful partnerships with families, values collaboration, and brings a gentle presence into the room.

At Treasureland Preschool, we honor process over product, inquiry over performance, and guidance rooted in connection and consistency. Our school day runs from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, with teachers on site from 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM. We believe in developmentally appropriate practice, inclusive community, and ongoing professional growth.

This is a co-lead teaching position in our Pre-K (4-year-old) classroom. The Lead Teacher will partner closely with a co-teacher to plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences rooted in play, inquiry, and Reggio-inspired practices.

Responsibilities include:

• Co-planning and implementing meaningful, process-based classroom experiences that foster children's curiosity and exploration.
• Maintaining a safe, healthy, and well-prepared classroom environment that supports children's physical and emotional well-being.
• Building strong, collaborative relationships with children and families, and communicating effectively with them.
• Observing and documenting children's development to inform teaching practices and support their growth.
• Engaging in collaborative lesson planning and reflective practice to ensure the highest quality learning experiences.
• Following all Colorado licensing requirements and school health and safety protocols to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children.

• Strong understanding of child development and ability to apply that knowledge in a classroom setting.
• Experience working in a licensed early childhood setting, preferably in a relationship-based, play-centered environment.
• Confidence in curriculum planning and classroom leadership, with the ability to think creatively and make informed decisions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as basic computer skills.
• High energy and ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) to foster a positive, inclusive team environment.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification, with a strong commitment to health and safety.
• Ability to clear full background check and pass health screening.
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with a focus on collaboration and team-building.

• Familiarity with relationship-based, inquiry-driven, or Reggio-inspired approaches, and the ability to integrate those principles into teaching practices.

• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• Child Tuition Discount
• Retirement Plan
• 403(b) Matching Contributions