Part Time Preschool Teacher Assistant
About The Position
Assists teacher in the establishment, planning and implementation of safe, healthy, high quality learning experiences and environments that advances the development of the whole child in partnership with families. Complies with all CPCD policies and procedures, Head Start Performance Standards, Colorado Department of Human Services licensing requirements, and the Colorado Quality Standards for Early Childhood Care and Education Services. Implements a balance of group and individualized experiences to promote the development of school readiness skills as defined by CPCD’s School Readiness Action Plan.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Early Childhood Professional Credential Level II (PDIS) required. Candidates who do not currently hold the required credential must be willing to obtain it within two (2) years of hire.
- Must obtain First Aid, CPR, and medication administration certification within 90-days of employment and maintain as required.
- Must be able to lift/carry/manipulate up to 40 pounds.
- Must have access to reliable transportation to perform functions of the job including being able to go to another location during the work day if necessary.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, TB test, drug test (including marijuana), and background check in accordance with the Office of Head Start Performance Standards and Childcare Licensing. (Physical examination and TB test thereafter as required).
- Must have access to reliable transportation and if using a personal vehicle must maintain minimum liability insurance as determined by the State of Colorado.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of successful work experience with children birth to age three and/or to age five.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Assists teacher in the establishment, planning and implementation of safe, healthy, high quality learning experiences and environments that advances the development of the whole child in partnership with families.
- Complies with all CPCD policies and procedures, Head Start Performance Standards, Colorado Department of Human Services licensing requirements, and the Colorado Quality Standards for Early Childhood Care and Education Services.
- Implements a balance of group and individualized experiences to promote the development of school readiness skills as defined by CPCD’s School Readiness Action Plan.
Benefits
- Paid vacation time
- Paid sick time
- Paid holidays/Breaks
- Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Aflac supplemental insurance
- Voluntary life insurance
- Basic Life insurance
- Long Term Disability insurance
- AD&D insurance
- 401(k) program with traditional and Roth enrollment options
- Profit-sharing after 1-year of employment
- Tuition Assistance is available after 60 days of employment
- Employee Assistance Program provides 6 FREE sessions with a counselor or therapist per year
- Full well-being program to encourage and promote your well-being in the workplace, including 2 hours of paid time per month for wellness activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
