Part Time Preschool Teacher Assistant

Plaza Clinic; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid sick time

Paid vacation

Tuition assistance

401(k) with profit-sharing

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

CPCD is seeking a Part Time Preschool Teacher Assistant in Colorado Springs to support the classroom and partner with families. The role involves assisting the teacher in planning and implementing engaging, developmentally appropriate activities for preschool children.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a CDA or Level II credential (PDIS) and certification in First Aid/CPR within 90 days. Lifting up to 40 pounds and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• CDA credential or Early Childhood Professional Credential Level II (PDIS) required; must obtain within two years.
• Must obtain First Aid, CPR, and medication administration certification within 90 days.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and have reliable transportation.
• Pre-employment health checks and background clearances are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in planning and implementing safe, high-quality learning experiences.
• Support school readiness skills through a balance of group and individual activities.
• Collaborate with families and comply with Head Start/Colorado licensing standards.
• Maintain a healthy, safe classroom environment and assist with daily routines.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Transportation required

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or Level II credential (PDIS)

First Aid/CPR/MED certification within 90 days

Job description

Part Time Preschool Teacher Assistant

Description: Give children a head start! Work Scheduled for 24 Hours a Week withEither a Morning or Afternoon schedule Set to begin October 5th.

Job Description

Assists teacher in the establishment, planning and implementation of safe, healthy, high quality learning experiences and environments that advances the development of the whole child in partnership with families. Complies with all CPCD policies and procedures, Head Start Performance Standards, Colorado Department of Human Services licensing requirements, and the Colorado Quality Standards for Early Childhood Care and Education Services. Implements a balance of group and individualized experiences to promote the development of school readiness skills as defined by CPCD’s School Readiness Action Plan.

Pay Scale

• Step 1: High school diploma or equivalent & relevant experience - $17.59/hr.
• Step 2: Age appropriate CDA or Level II credential - $19.30/hr.
• Step 3: Colorado Department of Human Services Director Qualification (DQ)/ Level 3 - $20.28/hr.
• Step 4: Colorado Department of Human Services Director Qualification (DQ)/ Level 3 and 12 credit hours in ECE (can include Pyramid Plus and EQIT) - $21.28/hr.
• Step 5: Associate Degree in ECE or Related Field (AA + 24 credit hours in ECE) - $22.34/hr.

About CPCD

CPCD is committed to the comprehensive early childhood development model, which is at the basis of its successful Head Start and Early Head Start programs. CPCD serves just under 1,200 prenatal through five-year-old at-risk, low-income and special needs children and their families. We operate classrooms in six school districts all throughout El Paso County.

Additional Benefits for Eligible Employees (25+ hours per week)

CPCD offers paid vacation time, paid sick time, and paid holidays/Breaks.

• Paid Holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth, Presidents Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Paid Breaks include 1-week for Spring Break (March), 1-week for Fall Break (November), and 2- weeks for Winter Break (end of December/beginning of January).

Eligible Employees Receive a Competitive Benefits Package Including

• Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac supplemental insurance, and voluntary life insurance. CPCD also pays for Basic Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance at no cost to you.
• Our 401(k) program offers traditional and Roth enrollment options with automatic enrollment in our profit-sharing after 1-year of employment.

Tuition Assistance is available after 60 days of employment

• $4,000 per year for Early Childhood Education Associates/Bachelor’s Degrees.
• $2,500 per year for other degrees related to employment at CPCD.

Employee Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Program provides 6 FREE sessions with a counselor or therapist per year
• Full well-being program to encourage and promote your well-being in the workplace, including 2 hours of paid time per month for wellness activities.

Please Note

The successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination, TB screen, back-ground screen and drug test (including marijuana) is required.

Requirements

Required:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Early Childhood Professional Credential Level II (PDIS) required. Candidates who do not currently hold the required credential must be willing to obtain it within two (2) years of hire.
• Must obtain First Aid, CPR, and medication administration certification within 90-days of employment and maintain as required.
• Must be able to lift/carry/manipulate up to 40 pounds.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to perform functions of the job including being able to go to another location during the work day if necessary.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, TB test, drug test (including marijuana), and background check in accordance with the Office of Head Start Performance Standards and Childcare Licensing. (Physical examination and TB test thereafter as required).
• Must have access to reliable transportation and if using a personal vehicle must maintain minimum liability insurance as determined by the State of Colorado.

Preferred

• At least one year of successful work experience with children birth to age three and/or to age five.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CPCD is committed to fostering an inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.