Early Childhood Educator - Hiring Now

Zen Educate Inc.; Aurora (CO); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 33.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Weekly direct deposit pay

Professional development and training

Sick leave per state/local law

Medical, dental, vision insurance (if/

401(k) retirement plan with eligible:

Zusammenfassung

Zen Educate Inc. is hiring multiple early childhood educators to support school districts and private preschool centers for the 2026–2027 year. Roles range from mid-term substitutes to a daily substitute program with flexible centers and hours.

Responsibilities include leading classroom routines, creating a warm, engaging environment, collaborating with staff, and maintaining licensing standards. Qualifications include Colorado ECE Credential, 1+ year licensed childcare experience, CPR/FA,

Qualifikationen

• Colorado Early Childhood Professional Credential (PDIS Levels 1, 2, or 3+) required
• 1+ year experience in licensed childcare or preschool
• Professional proficiency in English
• Pediatric CPR/FA certification (required within 30 days of hire)
• Health screening (required within 30 days of hire)
• US Work Authorization – no sponsorship provided

Aufgaben

• Support in leading classroom routines, activities, and play-based learning
• Create a warm, engaging, and safe environment for children
• Dependable, collaborative, and passionate about early learning
• Collaborate with staff and follow each center’s curriculum and routines
• Maintain classroom organization and IL DHS licensing standards
• Communicate effectively with families and staff

Kenntnisse

English proficiency

Ausbildung

Colorado ECE Credential (PDIS Levels 1/2/3+)

CPR/FA certification

US work authorization

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Limited Positions - Now hiring for the 2026–2027 school year!
We’re hiring multiple early childhood educators to support school districts and private preschool centers. The roles vary from mid-term substitute placements, with you working directly in a classroom Monday through Friday, supporting students and staff on a consistent, daily basis. We also have availability for our daily substitute program, where you can choose which centers / hours work best for you!

About Zen Educate

Zen Educate makes finding your perfect role in education easier! We are a company dedicated to matching you to your ideal education position based on your preferences and getting you into a school you love! We pride ourselves on providing continuous, personalized support throughout your application process. We are a company ready to make a difference in education and support the current educator shortage.

Responsibilities

• Support in leading classroom routines, activities, and play-based learning
• Create a warm, engaging, and safe environment for children
• Dependable, collaborative, and passionate about early learning
• Collaborate with staff and follow each center’s curriculum and routines
• Maintain classroom organization and IL DHS licensing standards
• Communicate effectively with families and staff

Qualifications

• Colorado Early Childhood Professional Credential (PDIS Levels 1, 2, or 3+)
• 1+ year experience in a licensed childcare or preschool
• Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
• Pediatric CPR/FA certification (required within 30 days of hire)
• Health screening (required within 30 days of hire)
• US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric CPR/FA certification

Salary

• Pay: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).

Benefits and other offerings

• Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request
• Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location
• Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.
• 401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.

Ref: #DENECETZA-Nov26