Center Assistant

Community Partnership for Child Development • Colorado Springs, CO

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About The Position

The Center Assistant supports the daily operations of early childhood education classrooms by providing administrative support and assistance in classrooms as needed. The role helps maintain smooth classroom and center functioning, provides coverage during staff absences and breaks, and promotes a welcoming, safe, and engaging learning environment for children and families. The position is scheduled for 36 hours per week and runs from August through May, with a stated start date of November 2nd.

Pay is based on qualifications and ranges from $17.59 to $22.34 per hour. CPCD provides early childhood education and related health, dental, and family support services to children and families. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, relevant experience working with groups of children up to age 5, and obtaining a CDA qualification or equivalent within two years of employment. The employee must also obtain and maintain adult/infant CPR and first aid certification within the first year of employment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with groups of children up to age 5, preferably in an educational or childcare setting.
• Must obtain a CDA qualification or equivalent within two years of employment.
• Must obtain and maintain adult/infant CPR and first aid certification within the first year of employment.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, TB risk assessment or screen, drug test (including marijuana), and background check in accordance with applicable standards and licensing requirements.
• Physical examination and TB testing thereafter as required.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.
• If using a personal vehicle, must maintain minimum liability insurance as determined by the State of Colorado.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish, or another language relevant to the community served.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date child files, visitor logs, and required documentation to support compliance with childcare licensing and program requirements.
• Ensure required postings are current and visible and that the center complies with health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with classroom teams, school district personnel, and building partners.
• Assist in classrooms as needed to provide coverage during breaks, absences, or high-need situations and support a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment.
• Uphold confidentiality and program integrity in interactions, documentation, and other responsibilities.
• Maintain positive, flexible, and supportive interactions with children, families, and staff.
• Maintain respectful, professional communication and relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.
• Model professionalism and represent CPCD’s mission, vision, and values.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Child Development Supervisor.

Benefits

• Paid vacation time, paid sick time, and paid holidays and breaks for eligible employees working 25 or more hours per week.
• Paid holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth, Presidents Day, and Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
• Paid breaks include one week for Spring Break, one week for Fall Break, and two weeks for Winter Break.
• Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac supplemental insurance, and voluntary life insurance for eligible employees.
• Basic Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance paid by CPCD at no cost to the employee.
• 401(k) traditional and Roth enrollment options, with automatic enrollment in profit-sharing after one year of employment.
• Tuition assistance after 60 days of employment: up to $4,000 per year for Early Childhood Education Associate’s or Bachelor’s degrees and up to $2,500 per year for other degrees related to employment at CPCD.
• Employee Assistance Program with six free sessions with a counselor or therapist per year.
• Well-being program, including two hours of paid time per month for wellness activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED