ECE Social Emotional Support Specialist - 24-25 - International School of Denver

Department: ECE

FTE/ Benefits Status: Full-time

Supervisor: ECE Director

Visa eligibility: ...Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Personal Characteristics we are looking for:

We are looking for people who support our mission and values and want to join us in creating a nurturing, supportive, and caring environment for our students. We take great pride in how much our students love to be at our school and with our staff; a true desire to create an environment where our students are known and cared for is imperative for any candidate.

Bachelors or Masters degree or equivalent in education/mental health/appropriate field (required)

Recognized education credentials (ex: CO State License) (preferred)

Minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching in an early childhood program or related experience

Demonstrated experience in providing a variety of appropriate behavior management techniques with students in the ECE age range

Demonstrated experience in basic counseling techniques, interpersonal skills, and classroom management strategies

Experience in writing and implementing growth plans

Skilled in modeling/coaching appropriate and effective behavioral strategies

Familiarity with the school’s models that promote the social and emotional health of our young learners (Currently: Pyramid Model, Kelso’s Choice, and Zones of Regulation preferred)

English proficiency with excellent verbal and written communication skills (required)

Level B2 required, C1+ preferred (based on Common European Framework of References for Languages) or equivalent certification such as TOEFL or IETLS.

Technological and computer competency (Google Suite, database management, etc.)

Ability to work well independently or as part of a team, and provide direction to others when needed

Ability to demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills and to exercise sound judgment

Eagerness to engage with co-curricular, extra-curricular, school community, and PTO activities that promote the school’s programs and reputation

Experience with or commitment to learning the International Baccalaureate Programme and commitment to delivering the ISDenver curriculum

Collaborative, team-oriented, globally- and open-minded, innovative, and compassionate

Professionalism, punctuality, and reliability

Commitment to learning about and implementing DEIB practices in the classroom and school community

Physical Demands:

Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally be required to bend, stoop or kneel.

Location and Schedule: Expected work hours are 7:45am-3:45pm, M-F; you may have to work outside of these hours periodically. This job does not have remote work flexibility. All employees must be based in Denver, CO.

Benefits (please see ISDenver benefits summary information here):

Generous Time Off:

Paid leave for all full-time staff: Thanksgiving break (3 days), winter break (2 weeks), 4th of july week (1 week)

Faculty: summer break (~ 2 months), October, February, and April breaks (1 week each), 6 days FTO (prorated for part-time positions)

Year Round Administrative staff: FTO accrued starting first day of work, 20 days FTO/year as base FTO

FTO encompasses most time off such as sick, personal, and vacation time

Cigna Medical, Dental and Vision insurance with significant school contribution to Medical and Dental

Employer-paid Life, Long- and Short-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, and AD&D

Supplemental insurance available through Colonial

Employer contribution to 401k regardless of employee participation

Tuition remission and discounted co-curricular clubs for children enrolled at ISDenver

Discounted summer and break camps for children of full-time staff (ISDenver enrollment not required)

Relocation allowance

Free daily lunch

Professional Development opportunities

Staff appreciation and cultural celebration events

...and more!

Notes:

Job descriptions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

All employees are required to undergo, at minimum, a Colorado Department of Human Services required background check prior to employment. Certain positions may require more extensive background checks.

Racism, misogyny, classism, ableism, homophobia, and transphobia do not represent the values of ISDenver and will not be tolerated.

ISDenver celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People of color, LGBTQIA+ candidates, and people from other historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply. ISDenver is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.