Kids Play Garden Hiring for Lead Teacher for Afternoon Art Lab and Studio Classes Job at Steamboat Springs, CO Full Time

Kids Garden (www.kidsplaygarden.com) is an eco-friendly creative arts learning center. We are seeking an energetic Afternoon Lead Teacher to Lead our Art Lab and Studio Classes. Looking for a Teacher to bring fun and learning to children ages 4 to10 years old. The ideal candidate would be able to lead a group of 10-12 children through an activity with our already created curriculum. Our center is very active and full of creativity. We encourage children to learn through play as well as structured classes and activities including kids yoga, painting, Lego learning, motivational movement, recycled building and more.

During the school year we have a thriving preschool program as well as afternoon enrichment classes and drop-in learners. Each summer we offer camps weekly with a variety of themes and crafts. We are also open on Saturdays and offer Parent’s Night Out! Teachers must be, or willing to become CPR certified, pass a background check, and have experience working with children or a strong desire to learn best practices in doing so. We have a diversified staff bringing all areas of expertise, and look for individuals that have flexibility, enjoy teamwork, multitasking, entertaining and inspiring children, communicating with parents, exploring areas of art, working with an energetic and outgoing staff, creating activities, and most importantly — having fun!!!

Desired Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience
• Comfortable with: Toddler, Preschool, & Grade School ages
• Early Childhood Education Teacher – Level 2 Preferred
• High school degree
• First Aid Training, CPR Training or willing to get trained

Job Type: Part-time (can bring your children along!)

Experience: Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) Working days: Monday – Sunday (Flexible 2+ days)

Typical start time: 1 PM Typical end time: 5:30 PM

The right candidate for the position:

• Enjoys working with children
• Can lead a group of children and initiate activities
• Artistic person would be a plus!
• Enjoys interacting with people and working in a team
• Has an understanding and love of healthy living and creativity in education
• Has tons of energy and an infectious happy demeanor
• Is able to lift 50lbs regularly and stand for long periods of time
• Superior multitasking ability
• Reliable and on time
• Has a clean, professional appearance and healthy lifestyle
• Has a sense of urgency and safety
• Has the ability to keep calm and focused in busy/stressful times
• Has the ability to keep busy and productive in slow times
• Has flexible or consistent availability

Please send your resume or call one of the centers directly to set up an interview!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 – $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Yes, we have COVID precautions in place and will happy to discuss this further with our candidates.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Steamboat Springs, CO 80487: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location