Preschool Teacher

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days

Medical, Dental, Vision for family to

Health Savings Account & Flexible Sp.

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage & Cell reimbursement

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) seeks a Preschool Teacher to provide developmentally appropriate education for 3-5 year olds in a Colorado center.

Responsibilities include promoting school readiness, working with families, and adhering to Head Start standards; fluency in Spanish/English is preferred, with strong computer skills and experience with diverse low-income families. The role is part of the Early Childhood Development program, offering comprehensive benefits and sign-on bonus, with a

Qualifications

• Associate degree in ECE or related field required.
• Bachelor’s degree in ECE/Child Development or equivalent coursework.
• Six months experience teaching preschool-aged children.
• Foreign education must be evaluated for USA equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Promote school readiness by preparing children for success in school and life.
• Provide high-quality developmentally appropriate care and education for children aged 3-5 in a center-based classroom.
• Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards and applicable regulations; supervise children; maintain health and safety in all environments.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Keyboard/Computer skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

CPLC's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs are committed to giving every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, an opportunity to succeed in school and life. Provides full-day, full-year early childhood development services to low income children, ages 0-3 years, and their families in educationally-stimulating learning environments.

• $1000.00 Sign-On Bonus***

Objective And Position Summary

The Preschool Teacher is responsible to promote school readiness by preparing children and families for school success and life success as it relates to this position. To provide high quality developmentally appropriate care and education for children aged 3-5 in a center-based classroom in the CPLC ECD Colorado Program. Work as part of a center based inter-disciplinary team to support the child in all areas of development while providing education, disabilities, health and social service support to families. Abide by all state and federal regulations that apply to care and education of young children including the revised Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS), Head Start Act, Colorado Department of Early Childhood, Office of Head Start Initiatives and ECD Content Area Plans and Procedures. Actively supervise children by sight and sound at all times and in all environments. Maintain all health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment. Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in the school bus, outdoor and indoor environments.

Minimum Qualifications And Competencies

• Education /Background:
  • Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education (ECE) or coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education in a related field
• Experience:
  • Six-month experience in teaching preschool aged children
• Preferred qualifications:
  • Baccalaureate or advanced major in ECE or a related degree to early childhood education and experience teaching preschool age children.
  • Internal Candidate with AA in ECE or a related degree to early childhood education and experience teaching preschool age children.

NOTE: Education obtained outside of the United States of America (USA) and from another country must be evaluated from an accredited organization to determine equivalency to USA education status.

Other requirements

• Bilingual Spanish/English (Preferred)
• Ages & Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) screening, implementing Program for Infant Toddler Caregivers (PITC), Center on Social & Emotional Foundation Early Learning Center (CSEFEL), Pyramid Model, Infant Toddler Environment Rating Scales (ITERS), and Toddler Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) (Preferred)
• Experience working with culturally diverse and low-income families (Preferred)
• Applicant must have basic keyboard skills and be able to use computer, computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Office, Adobe) and web-based systems.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary Benefits

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster.

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.