Child Care - Program Leader

27J Schools; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

27J Schools is seeking a part-time Child Care staff to supervise students aged 5 to 12 in the before/after program at Pennock Elementary. Responsibilities include maintaining attendance, planning activities, coordinating with parents, and collecting tuition.

The role operates Tue–Fri 3:00–6:00 pm on a 9‑month calendar with no benefits eligibility. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR/First Aid and universal precautions certifications within a month of hire, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR, First Aid and Universal precautions certifications required within one month of hire.
• Medication Administration and delegation training must also be acquired within 1 month after hire.
• 15 hours of child care training within the 12 months.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass a post offer, pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to pass a Colorado and Federal Bureau of Investigation background check.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students ages 5–12 in before/after program and maintain attendance records.
• Prepare and implement materials for group activities and assist with homework.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and communicate with parents as appropriate.
• Receive tuition payments and distribute registration materials.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

Universal precautions

Medical training

Post offer physical

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR, First Aid certifications

Medication Administration training

Child care training 15 hours

Job description

To drive our mission, 27J Schools employs over 2,000 team members in a variety of professions including educators, administrators, secretaries, accountants, software engineers, programmers, custodians, student support paras, and more.In facilities & operations, we have opportunities for HVAC techs, groundskeepers, electricians, construction managers, school safety personnel, planners, and maintenance.

Located in the Denver metro area 27J is close to the city, DEN airport, Boulder and all the best Colorado has to offer. We empower students in Brighton, Commerce City and Thornton.

• Position Type:
  Child Care - Before & After School Program/ Child Care Program
  
• Date Posted:
  8/3/2026
  
• Location:
  Pennock Elementary
  
• Date Available:
  August 2026
  
• Closing Date:
  08/17/2026
  

DESCRIPTION: Supervise students between the ages of 5 years and 12 years at the before/after program, including maintaining daily records of attendance; preparing, planning, and implementing materials for small and large group activities; discussing issues with parents as appropriate; and collecting tuition.
SALARY: Classified Grade J, $20.13 - $24.84 per hour to start, depending on recent relevant experience. Shift: Tuesday-Friday3:00-6:00 pm on the 9-month work calendar. Not eligible for benefits.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise children and ensure that the environment is safe, healthy and secure for the children and staff.
• Plan and prepare appropriate materials for daily activities, as well as organize craft projects, game playing, and assist children with homework.
• Prepare and clean-up after snack. Ensure that good hygiene is followed during snack time.
• Maintain a clean and healthy environment for children by cleaning the facility, sanitizing surfaces, putting toys and games away.
• Maintain daily records of attendance and know where children are at all times.
• Attend monthly staff meetings to discuss issues and concerns about children and activities. In addition, get information on changes within the district and child care programs.
• Receive tuition payments from parents when necessary. Handout and receive registration materials.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR, First Aid and Universal precautions certifications required within one month of hire.
• Medication Administration and delegation training must also be acquired within 1 month after hire.
• 15 hours of child care training within the 12 months.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass a post offer, pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to pass a Colorado and Federal Bureau of Investigation background check.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 3 months of full time satisfactory and verifiable experience working with school-age children.
• Ability to manage confidentiality in all aspects of job, manage multiple priorities, manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, ability to diffuse and mange volatile and stressful situation.
• Some personal computer, keyboarding, word processing and telephone skills required.

All posted vacancies in the District close at 4:00 p.m.Mountain Time.

27J benefit information is found here Benefits Information Note: Certified positions at .8 and greater are benefited. Classified positions of 30 hours and above are benefitted.

Information about temporary leave and vacation benefits can be found here Leaves Information

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, 27J Schools does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment.