BASE Program Leader

CHILD CARE INNOVATIONS; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

Child Care Innovations (CCI) Base Program Leader assists the Site Director in the daily care and supervision of the children, planning activities, supervising staff, and reporting for the program. The role ensures compliance with Colorado Department of Early Childhood licensing requirements for the daily program.

This position also involves maintaining positive relationships with families and school personnel, training staff, and supporting operations to increase access to high-quality early

Qualifications

• 1st Aid/CPR certification required.
• Universal Precautions certification preferred.
• 455 hours with school-aged children required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Site Director in daily care and supervision of children.
• Plan and implement activities; supervise children and maintain safety.
• Maintain compliant relationships with families, staff, and school personnel.

Skills

First Aid/CPR Certification

Universal Precautions

Education

Early Childhood Education credits

Education

Psychology

Social Services

Medication Administration

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

This position will start on January 1, 2027.

Job Summary:

Child Care Innovations (CCI) Base Program Leader is responsible for assisting the Site Director in the daily care and supervision of the children. This position is responsible to plan and implementing activities, providing direct supervision of children, fostering professional relationships with the school personnel, and reports for the program. This position is also responsible for complying with all licensing requirements and regulations as stated by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood for the daily program.

Primary Duties:

• Ensure program is in compliance with BASE policies and procedures by completing the following:
  • Complete assigned tasks and implement planned activities
  • Set up and prepare environment prior to children arriving
  • Prepare and serve4 nutritious snacks according to the health department regulations
  • Complete the closing checklist and leave the school space and BASE supplies clean
  • Travel to other sites to help with staffing needs
• Maintains a safe environment by:
  • Monitoring and reporting individuals that enter the building
  • Interact, supervise and support children to ensure their safety. Address children's behaviors that pose a risk to the 3 safes implemented in the BASE programs.
  • Ensure program rooms and play areas are maintained, cleaned, and orderly
  • Assess that all materials are safe and in good repair for use of children in the program by inspecting and sanitizing materials and equipment
• Develop and actively maintain positive communication and relationships with families, children, school personnel, administrative staff, and other community partners. Document any incidents and/or injuries that occur during program hours.
• Attend and contribute to weekly staff meetings and annual BASE staff trainings
• Performs other duties as assigned to support objectives of increasing access to high-quality early childhood services. This includes, but is not limited to, participation in meetings and outreach events, and general support of operations.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications: 1st Aid/CPR Certification, Universal Precautions certification, 455 hours with school-aged children

Preferred qualifications: College credits in Early Childhood Education, Education, Psychology or Social Services, Medication Administration

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Verbal & Written communication skills include the ability to give and received information accurately and present information to individuals.