Early Childhood Teacher

Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Pension/retirement options

FAMLI paid family leave

Job summary

Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District is hiring a Preschool Teacher to create a fun, play-based learning environment for children ages 0-6 during the school year. You will collaborate with fellow teachers and the Director to implement engaging curriculum and ensure a nurturing atmosphere.

The role includes safety oversight, progress assessment, and ongoing communication with families and staff. You will maintain a clean, well-organized classroom, follow licensing requirements, and participate in

Qualifications

• Knowledge of early childhood development and play-based learning.
• Able to maintain a safe, clean, organized classroom.
• Strong communication with staff, families, and Director.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on curriculum that encourages play, choice, inquiry, and learning.
• Assess children’s progress under supervision.
• Maintain safety and proper procedures in the classroom.
• Communicate effectively with preschool families and Director.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Flexibility

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Teaching license/credential

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District Employee Benefits (benefits are based on classification):

• Full-time and variable full-time employees are offered medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• All employees are required to contribute to a MissionSquare retirement account in lieu of Social Security. Full-time employees contribute 10% with the District matching 10%. All other classifications contribute 6.2% with the District matching 6.2%.
• All employees are eligible to participate in a voluntary 457 or a Roth IRA account.
• The District participates in the FAMLI (paid Family Medical Leave Insurance) program with all premiums paid by the District.
• All employees enjoy recreational benefits to outdoor swimming pools, an indoor community center, and open space trails. Full-time, variable full-time, and regular part-time employees are eligible for a 20% discount on recreation program registration fees and facility rental fees.
• Full-time, variable full-time, and regular part-time employees receive paid time-off and ten paid holidays.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Preschool Director, the Preschool Teacher is responsible for facilitating a fun and engaging, play based learning environment for children ages 0-6 years of age during the school year.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are an overview of the primary duties and responsibilities of the Early Childhood Teacher and should not be considered an all-inclusive list.

A. Collaborates with the other teachers and Director on curriculum that encourages play, choice, inquiry, and learning and prepares children for kindergarten; cultivates an inviting and nurturing environment for every child

B. Assesses children’s learning progress with oversight from the Preschool Director.

C. Maintain a safe environment for program participants and ensure that proper safety precautions are being followed

D. Communicates effectively, professionally, and regularly with the Preschool Director, teammates, and preschool families through verbal and written communication.

E. Works in collaboration with other team members and the Director to ensure consistency within and amongst classrooms.

F. Follows the District’s preschool philosophy of behavior management which includes positive reinforcement and redirection.

G. Performs necessary administrative duties essential for the classroom including required paperwork for state licensing (drill logs, student sick logs, medication administration logs, attendance tracking, etc.); follows all guidelines set forth by the Office of Early Childhood and CO Department of Health and Human Services.

H. Maintains an exceptionally clean and organized classroom.

I. Drives 14 passenger minibus for local field trips.(No special license needed)

J. Attends staff meetings, trainings, and other applicable activities and meets all deadlines; keeps up to date with all required certifications.

K. Uses proper safety precautions for all work performed and adequately cares for and maintains all District property and immediately reports any damage to Supervisor.

L. Consistently promote a positive, professional image of the District and provide excellent customer service at all times.

Requirements

Required Experience:

Must be Early Childhood Teacher Qualified per state licensing:

An early childhood teacher, assigned responsibility for a single group of children and working under the supervision of a director, must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and must meet at least one of the following qualifications:

A Bachelor's, Master’s, or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or

university with a major area of study in one (1) of the following areas:

(1) Child Development;

(2) Child Psychology;

(3) Early Childhood Education;

(4) Early Childhood Special Education;

(5) Educational Leadership and Administration;

(6) Elementary Education;

(7) Family and Human Development;

(8) Family Studies; or,

(9) Special Education; or

A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or

university with a major area of study in any area other than those listed at

Section 7.702.45, A, 1, a, and an additional two (2) three (3)-semester credit hour

courses in Early Child Education, with one (1) course as the following:

(1) Introduction to Early Childhood Professions; or,

(2) Early Childhood Guidance Strategies for Children or has been issued a

Colorado Pyramid Model Training certificate of completion; or,

An Associate’s degree (60 semester credit hours) from an accredited college or

university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, which must

include at least two (2), three (3)-semester credit hour courses in either:

(1) Introduction to Early Childhood Professions; or,

(2) Early Childhood Guidance Strategies for Children or has been issued a

Colorado Pyramid Model Training certificate of completion; or,

A current professional teaching license issued by the Colorado Department of

Education with an Endorsement in the area of Elementary Education, Early

Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, or Early Childhood

Special Education Specialist; or,

A current Early Childhood Professional Credential Level II or higher in Version

3.0 as determined by the Department; or,

A current certification as a Child Development Associate (CDA) in: Center Based, Preschool; Center-Based, Infant-Toddler; or Family Child Care; or other

Department-approved credential; or,

Completion of a course of training approved by the Department and published on the Department’s approval list; and nine (9) months (1,365 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children less than eight (8) years of age who are not related to the individual; or,

Three (3) months (455 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children less than eight (8) years of age who are not related to the individual; and the completion of eighteen (18) semester credit hours from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, with one (1) course

as:

(1) Introduction to Early Childhood Professions; or,

(2) Early Childhood Guidance Strategies for Children or has been issued a

Colorado Pyramid Model Training certificate of completion; or,

Twenty-one (21) months (3,185 hours) of verified experience in the care and

supervision of four (4) or more children less than eight (8) years of age who

not related to the individual. Satisfied experience includes being a licensee of

a Colorado Family Child Care Home, a Teacher’s Aide or Teacher in a childcare

center, preschool, or elementary school. In addition, the individual must either:

(1) Possess a current Early Childhood Professional Credential Level I or

higher in Version 3.0 as determined by the Department; or,

(2) Complete two (2) three (3) semester credit hour courses from an

accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education with one (1)

course as either:

(a) Introduction To Early Childhood Professions or has been issued

the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential; Or,

(b) Early Childhood Guidance Strategies for Children or has been

issued a Colorado Pyramid Model Training certificate of completion.

****All course grades used for the Early Childhood Teacher requirements must be a “C” or better.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Knowledge, understanding, and application of positive classroom management techniques.
2. Be highly organized, punctual, flexible, and demonstrate compassion and patience.
3. Flexible and positive in an intense and dynamic work environment; utilizes creative problem solving within a sometimes challenging environment; ability to make quick, rational decisions in situations affecting the safety and wellbeing of program participants and possess the ability to carry out such decisions.
4. Effective and clear written and oral communicator with a variety of audiences including staff, parents, and supervisors.
5. Ability to work a schedule that includes mainly Monday-Friday and minimal evenings and weekends.
6. Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language at a level adequate to perform the job.
7. Able to drive a 14 passenger mini bus and other applicable vehicles.
8. Understands the general philosophy of public recreation agencies and adheres to the organization’s mission.
9. Ability to occasionally support other recreation programming including special events.
10. Develop and maintain relationships with District employees, volunteers, the community, public agencies, and the private sector.

Special Requirements:

1. Possess, or ability to obtain, valid First Aid and CPR certifications upon hire as well as all applicable licensing requirements and certifications.
2. Medication administration certification, or ability to acquire certification within 30 days of hire date.
3. Possess or ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and be insurable by the District's carrier.
4. Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Work and Physical Requirements:

OFFICE AND PROGRAM ENVIRONMENT: This position requires work in a variety of locations and conditions, including but not limited to, classrooms, gymnasiums, offices, and various venues around the Denver metro area, the District’s parks and recreational facilities, and other similar inside and outside work areas. A substantial portion of this position will involve sedentary, administrative work in an office environment.

Moderate physical activity is required, including the ability to lift items in excess of 50 pounds occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently. This position requires the ability to stand, walk, sit, kneel, stoop, bend, lift, squat, push, pull, crawl, jump, slide, climb, pinch, grip, reach overhead, reach away from body, and perform repetitive motions.

Work is performed in all weather conditions. Positive interaction with participants, District employees, subordinate supervisors, other organizations, and the public required. Work will involve periods of high physical, mental and/or emotional stress.