ECTA Early Childhood Teaching Assistant (CDEC)

Grade: G5 (Hourly Range/Step 1 - Step 8: $20.31 - $25.66). Minimum hourly rate: $20.31. Standard hours per week: 34. FTE: 0.85. Months per year: 9.

About the role

Work collaboratively with a team to support students in an engaging environment. Under the supervision of the Early Childhood teacher, develop and implement weekly lesson plans. Prepare materials for a preschool classroom serving special needs, at-risk, and typically developing students. Provide individual personal care for students as needed. Conduct periodic assessment and clerical duties.

Responsibilities

• Implement and assist with instruction and specialized interventions for preschool students in individual, small, and large group settings following lesson plans.
• Prepare materials for classroom instruction.
• Assist with all areas of physical needs for all students, including performing daily routines, toileting and/or diapering, specialized dietary requirements, and medical needs as delegated by the Preschool Registered Nurse.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and organization, including disinfecting and sterilizing common areas, materials, and equipment.
• Participate with team and/or department members to discuss programming and progress for all students.
• Participate in all Early Childhood Education staff development training, including district training, Professional Development Information System (PDIS), ongoing authentic assessment, CPR, and Standard Precautions training.
• Perform clerical duties related to state licensing, Special Education, and other related paperwork tasks.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to provide proof of Early Childhood Teaching Assistant qualification consistent with Colorado Department of Early Childhood regulations.
• Post-secondary coursework in early childhood education preferred.
• Experience with children with special education needs, including Autism, preferred.
• Experience in an early childhood setting preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• CPR and First Aid certifications within three months of entering position.
• Standard Precautions training required within one month of entering position.
• Medication training required within three months after entering position.
• Successful completion of a post-offer physical examination required prior to commencement of job duties; additional yearly physical examinations required.

Pay

Hourly range: $20.31 - $25.66 (Step 1 - Step 8). All newly hired classified employees are placed initially on Step 1 of the pay grade for their position. Employees can advance an additional 7 steps (maximum Step 8) based on previous experience.

Schedule

Standard hours per week: 34. FTE: 0.85. Months per year: 9.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Voluntary life insurance through PERA.
• 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) retirement plans available immediately upon hire.