Associate Teacher

About OUR Organization

The Aspen Center is a non-profit early care and education setting in Longmont, Colorado, working with a diverse population of children and families. Inspired by the Reggio Emila Approach, we focus on developmentally appropriate, creative experiences with children. We're opening a new location in Longmont, offering many wonderful opportunities for teachers and children.

Position Summary

Aspen Center is currently seeking Associate Teachers! As a Full-time Employee, You’ll Enjoy Potential tuition assistance for your child at the Center. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Sign-on and retention bonuses. Paid Holidays, and Spring and Winter Break. Professional development. Sick Leave & PTO. 403(b) with company match. Company-paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability. Access to OUR Center services. Our policies and practices follow a family-friendly approach.

Minimum Education Requirements and Qualifications

• Must show qualifications in your resume.
• Education and Training:
  • Mets Colorado licensing requirements for Assistant Early Childhood Teacher.
  • Either PDIS Early Childhood Professional Credential Level I or higher in Version 3.0;
  • Completion of two Early Childhood Education (ECE) college courses;
  • Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential;
  • or Enrollment in an ECE certificate or degree program.
• CPR/First Aid Certification required within thirty days of hire.
• Completion of state-required orientation and ongoing professional development.

Experience

• Working with preschoolers and/or toddlers preferred.
• Experience in an early childhood classroom preferred.
• Classroom experience in a constructivist or Reggio Emilia-inspired learning environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of the State of Colorado Childcare Licensing rules and regulations and county health department guidelines.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with staff, families and administration.
• Ability to maintain a positive and nurturing environment while managing multiple priorities and tasks.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Advanced computer skills preferred, including internet and Microsoft Office suite.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Required lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds occasionally and 30 pounds regularly.
• Ability to sit and more around on the floor.
• Ability to clean and sanitize surfaces, toys, counter, equipment, and daily laundry.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, family forward environment.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends, as needed.

Job Type

Full-time.

Schedule

Monday to Friday.

Salary

$19.00 - $22.00 per hour.

Ability to Commute/Relocate

This position may be open until 8/2/26. Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required).

About OUR Center

Outreach United Resource Center, Inc. (dba OUR Center) has provided critical services such as food, clothing, housing, and utilities to help families achieve self-reliance since 1986. We offer "a hand up, not a hand out" to residents of the St. Vrain Valley School District of Colorado. Aspen Center for Child Development, a program of OUR Center, provides care that enhances the social, intellectual, physical, and emotional well-being of children and their families from all income levels in and around the Longmont community and supports those in need, toward self-sufficiency.