Job Title: Toddler Assistant Teacher Location: Mountain View Academy (4165 Eaton St. Denver, CO 80211) Position Type: Full-time, year-round
Start Date: October 8, 2025
About Us:
Are you passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a difference in young children's lives? Mountain View Academy is seeking a dedicated, passionate full-time assistant teacher to join our supportive team.
At Mountain View Academy, we believe in collaborative learning environments inspired by Reggio Emilia. Our classrooms feature 3-teacher teams, ensuring ample support and personalized attention for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. As an Assistant Teacher, you will work alongside an assistant teacher and a lead teacher, contributing and helping plan to facilitate a nurturing and stimulating environment. Our school is open year round with operating hours of Monday-Friday 7:30AM-5:30PM.
Your Role: As an Assistant Toddler Teacher, you’ll support lead teachers in creating a playful, safe, and engaging environment for children ages 15-36 months. You’ll build positive relationships, foster independence, and encourage exploration through open-ended materials, nature, storytelling, music, movement, and more.
Responsibilities:
Support the lead teacher in planning and implementing play-based, developmentally appropriate activities
Supervise and engage with children during free play, group time, outdoor play, and routines
Promote children's social and emotional development through modeling, guidance, and encouragement
Assist with daily routines such as snack, diapering/toileting, and cleanup
Maintain a safe, tidy, and nurturing classroom environment
Communicate positively with children, families, and team members
Qualifications:
Must hold at least a Level 2 credential in PDIS (completed ECE coursework or relevant degree)
Experience working with young children (center, home, or informal setting)
Warm, patient, and playful personality
Passion for early childhood education and belief in child led learning
Willingness to learn and collaborate as part of a team
Must meet state licensing requirements (health clearances, etc.) and eligible to work in the United States
What we offer:
Competitive Salary & Sign-on bonus - $500 (after 60-day introductory period)
A supportive and joyful work environment
Ongoing professional development and mentorship
Opportunities for growth within a values-driven organization
Paid time off, health, dental, vision after introductory period
Scheduled closures/holidays throughout the year
Salary Range: $39,040 - $44,896/year This is a full time, full year position. Scheduled work hours are between 8:00-5:00, 8:15-4:45, or 9:00-5:30. Our salary range is based upon education and experience.
Join our passionate team of educators and make a positive impact on the lives of young children while advancing your career in early childhood education. Please email emilyl@themountianviewacademy.com for more details.
This business is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the business, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this business. All inquiries about employment at this business should be made directly to this location.