Associate Teacher

Healthy Child Care Co; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sign-on bonus

Paid holidays

Sick leave & PTO

403(b) with company match

Life Insurance

Job summary

OUR Center in Longmont, CO is hiring an Associate Teacher. The role supports preschoolers and toddlers in a developmentally appropriate, Reggio Emilia-inspired setting, with bilingual capabilities encouraged. The position requires relevant ECE credentials and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Expect full-time hours, Monday through Friday, with benefits and 403(b) matching. We offer tuition assistance, health coverage, sign-on bonuses, holidays, sick leave, and a supportive,

Qualifications

• The role requires meeting Colorado licensing requirements for an Assistant Early Childhood Teacher.
• Credentials such as PDIS Level I/Version 3.0, CDA, or active enrollment in an ECE program are acceptable.
• CPR/First Aid certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Skills

Communication

Bilingual (Spanish)

Organizational skills

Computer skills (Office)

Education

Colorado ECE licensing requirement (Assistant Teacher)

PDIS/Version 3.0 Credential or higher

CDA credential

CPR/First Aid within 30 days

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet

Job description

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’ve opened a new location in Longmont, offering many wonderful opportunities for teachers and children.

Position Summary

Aspen Center is currently seeking Associate Teachers!

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

Meets 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

• 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.
• Must obtain within 30 days, and maintain, certifications required by program contracts.

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.

Salary

$18.00 - $19.00 per hour.

Schedule

Monday to Friday.

Ability to commute/relocate

• Longmont, CO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required).
• This position may be open until 12/2/26.

OUR Center is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. OUR Center makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.