Preschool Lead Teacher

About the role

Plans and implements learning experiences that advance the development of the whole child. Establishes and maintains a safe, healthy learning environment using high-quality learning experiences in partnership with families. Complies with all 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. Provides daily supervision for assigned classroom staff.

This position begins on September 14th and is scheduled for 40 hours a week.

About CPCD

At CPCD, we provide more than 1,100 children living in poverty, or who are challenged by special circumstances, with an early childhood education through Head Start, Early Head Start, and the Universal Preschool Program. Our additional health, dental, and family support services ensure that children enrolled in our programs are ready to succeed in school and life. Join our team and help us make a difference in the lives of children and families in our community.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement learning experiences that advance the development of the whole child.
• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Comply with Head Start Performance Standards, Colorado Department of Human Services licensing requirements, and Colorado Quality Standards for Early Childhood Care and Education Services.
• Implement a balance of group and individualized experiences to promote school readiness skills.
• Provide daily supervision for assigned classroom staff.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field and Colorado Department of Human Services Director Qualified. If not currently Director Qualified, must agree to obtain this certificate immediately.
• Experience teaching in early childhood education, including planning and implementing curriculum, using assessments, and providing effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 40 pounds.
• First Aid and infant, child, & adult CPR certification within the first year of employment (and maintain as required).
• Medication Administration certification within 90 days of employment (and maintain as required).
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, TB test, drug test (including marijuana), and background check.
• Access to reliable transportation; if using a personal vehicle, must maintain minimum liability insurance as determined by the State of Colorado.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or closely related field with 30 credits of early childhood education courses.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other language relevant to the community served).

Pay

• Step 1: AA Degree/ECE or related field & Director Qualified (or written agreement to obtain) – $2,136.00 per pay period (bi-weekly).
• Step 2: Bachelor’s Degree in ECE or related field & Director Qualified (or written agreement to obtain) – $2,372.00 per pay period (bi-weekly).

Benefits

Additional benefits for eligible employees (25+ hours per week):

• Paid vacation time, paid sick time, and paid holidays/breaks.
• Paid holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth, Presidents Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
• Paid breaks: 1 week for Spring Break (March), 1 week for Fall Break (November), and 2 weeks for Winter Break (end of December/beginning of January).
• Competitive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Aflac supplemental insurance and voluntary life insurance.
  • Basic Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance (paid by CPCD).
• 401(k) program with traditional and Roth enrollment options; automatic enrollment in profit-sharing after 1 year of employment.
• Tuition Assistance after 60 days of employment:
  • $4,000 per year for Early Childhood Education Associate’s/Bachelor’s Degrees.
  • $2,500 per year for other degrees related to employment at CPCD.
• Employee Wellbeing:
  • Employee Assistance Program: 6 free sessions with a counselor or therapist per year.
  • Full well-being program, including 2 hours of paid time per month for wellness activities.