The Fisher Early Learning Center is one of the most distinctive earlychildhood learning centers in Colorado. As a part of the Morgridge College ofEducation at the University of Denver, we are uniquely positioned to providea warm and loving environment that is specifically designed to delivercutting-edge and evidence-based programming for infants, toddlers, andpreschool-aged children. We are an inclusive setting and value diversity.

　　Position Summary

　　The Master Teacher will direct the development and implementation of theclassroom environment in the facilitation of the cognitive,social-emotional, physical, language, and communication development ofthe children within the program. This position will provide supervision andmentorship to teaching team members by modeling best practices in an inclusivesetting based on the mission and philosophy of the Center in coordination withCenter's Leadership and Administrative Teams.

　　The incumbent will direct the development of a classroom plan forcurriculum, individual child planning, and family communication. It is theduty of the Master Teacher to work in collaboration with fellow teachers andadministrative staff to carry out all responsibilities to the best of theirability and exercise their best judgement as they prioritize, delegate andexecute tasks.

　　With updates to processes at the University of Denver these positions will nolonger require reapplication on a yearly basis by current employees alreadyholding the role. Employment can be renewed yearly, but no longer requiresthe employee to reapply for the position unless otherwise told so.

　　Essential Functions

　　Curriculum and Planning

　　Develop, implement and serve as a mentor for curriculum aligned withFisher's approach to early childhood education and specifically identifiedcurricula resources.Apply content from Fisher sponsored trainings and resources available on theR Drive to support implementation of curricula.Demonstrate knowledge of content and developmental areas by creatingexperiences that engage children in purposeful and meaningful learning relatedto key curriculum concepts.Inform curriculum and planning through use of the child assessment processand data.Documentation and Assessment

　　Manage and implement a progress monitoring system, using a strengths-basedapproach including child observation and assessment.Health and Safety

　　Lead the establishment and maintenance of a safe and healthy environment forall children.Collaboration and Teaming

　　Cultivate and contribute to a professional and collaborative atmosphere inthe classroom and program as a whole.

　　Train and mentor classroom ATs and DSS to engage in effectiveproblem-solving, and formal and informal communication with families,colleagues and community partners.Family

　　Establish and maintain strong family partnerships.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

　　Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

　　Ability to problem solveAbility to prioritize and multitaskStrong attention to detailStrong time management abilityStrong ability to work on a teamAbility to work with many different types of peopleOrganized and flexibleRequired Qualifications

　　Bachelor's degree in ECE or a related field.

　　2-5 years of experience working with children.Willingness to work with children in an inclusive environment.Must be able to push, pull, or lift 50 lbs.Preferred Qualifications

　　4 or more years classroom experience in a NAEYC accredited early childhoodgroup setting.

　　Knowledge and experience working with children who have special needs.Experience working with children in an inclusive environment.Working Environment

　　Standard office environment.

　　Unexpected interruptions occur often, and stress level is moderate to high.Noise level is quiet to moderate.Physical Activities

　　Ability to sit i front of a computer for an extended period.

　　Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capabilityof transporting objects up to 20 lbs.Work ScheduleApproximately 8 hours/day, Monday - Friday, between the hours of7:45am-5:15pm. Evening and weekends as required.

　　Application Deadline