Center Assistant

About the role

This position is set to begin on August 17th. Work scheduled for 36 Hours a Week, Running from August-May.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date child files, visitor logs, and required documentation to ensure compliance with childcare licensing and program requirements.
• Ensures all required postings are current and visible, and that the center remains in compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with classroom teams, school district personnel, and building partners.
• Affords assistance in classrooms as needed to ensure coverage during breaks, absences, or high-need situations, supporting a nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment for all children.
• Upholds confidentiality and program integrity in all interactions, documentation, and responsibilities.
• Demonstrates a positive, flexible, and supportive attitude toward all children, families, and staff.
• Maintains respectful, professional communication and relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.
• Models professionalism and represents CPCD’s mission, vision, and values at all times.
• Performs other duties as requested by Child Development Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must obtain CDA Qualification or equivalent within 2 years of employment
• Experience working with groups of children up to age 5, preferably in an educational or childcare setting
• 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, drug test (including marijuana), and background check in accordance with the Office of Head Start Performance Standards and Childcare Licensing
• Must have access to reliable transportation and if using a personal vehicle, must maintain minimum liability insurance as determined by the State of Colorado
• Preferred bilingual (English/Spanish or other language relevant to the community served)

Qualifications

None specified

Skills

None specified

Benefits

• Paid vacation time
• Paid sick time
• Paid holidays/Breaks
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Aflac supplemental insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Wellbeing Program

Pay

• Step 1: High school diploma or equivalent & relevant experience $17.59/hr.
• Step 2: Age appropriate CDA or Level II credential $19.30/hr.
• Step 3: Colorado Department of Human Services Director Qualification (DQ)/ Level 3 $20.28/hr.
• Step 4: Colorado Department of Human Services Director Qualification (DQ)/ Level 3 and 12 credit hours in ECE (can include Pyramid Plus and EQIT) $21.28/hr.
• Step 5: Associate Degree in ECE or Related Field (AA + 24 credit hours in ECE) $22.34/hr.

Schedule

36 Hours a Week, Running from August-May