Head Start Teacher Assistant

Catholic Charities of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Denver is seeking a dedicated Head Start Teacher Assistant to foster positive relationships with families and support children's development across multiple areas. This full-time role involves planning activities, maintaining classroom order, and ensuring a safe environment. Join a mission-driven organization committed to providing inclusive childcare that meets the community's needs.

Benefits

Extensive Paid Time Off

15 Paid Holidays annually

403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution

Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans

Qualifications

• Must comply with Colorado State Licensing requirements.
• Minimum Group Leader Qualified by Colorado Child Care Licensing Department.
• Associate’s degree or 3 years experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops relationships with parents and families.
• Assists in planning and implementing daily learning activities.
• Administers first aid/medication as needed.

Skills

Ability to remember schedules

Ability to remain calm in emergencies

Knowledge of service population

Ability to interact effectively

Education

Minimum Group Leader Qualified by Colorado Child Care Licensing Department

Associate’s degree in child development/early childhood education

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OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927.

Description

Assistant Teacher

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927.

We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

Purpose Of Position

• An Assistant Teacher at Catholic Charities:
• Develops positive relationships with parents and families of each child.
• Assists in the planning and implementation of daily activities that stimulate learning in all developmental areas (physical, emotional, social, and cognitive.)
• Assists in the organization and maintenance of classroom materials and equipment.
• Assists with and accompanies children on field trips and during extracurricular activities.
• Participates in the preparation, setup, serving, and cleanup of meals and snacks.
• Collects information on enrolled children through observation and work samples and may assist in using this information to plan for the individual child and to document growth.
• Orients substitute teacher and other staff members in the absence of regular teacher.
• Administers first aid and/or medication (with appropriate training) and/or attends to medical devices as needed.
• Ensures that the classroom is clean and orderly.
• Participates in required training programs, workshops, and meetings concerning teaching methods, first aid/CPR, universal precautions, food safety, and other topics relating to the classroom, early childhood development and environments.
• Takes direction from Teacher regarding classroom organization and management.
• Covers for teacher in absence.
• Ensures safe environment by following safety rules.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery
  
  

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must comply with all Colorado State Licensing requirements for childcare staff.
• Ability to remember schedules, programs, policies, and other details.
• Ability to remain calm and calm others in an emergency and/or confrontational situation.
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.
  
  

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum Group Leader Qualified by the Colorado Child Care Licensing Department; Associate’s degree in child development/early childhood education or 3 years experience.

Compensation & Benefits

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Shift is Full Time
• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is in included.)
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.
• Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match.
  
  

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

EEO/AA

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Non-profit Organization Management

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