Substitute - Program Leader - BASE

Douglas County School District; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Douglas County School District seeks a Substitute - Program Leader to assist in supervising children across programs and activities. You will support the Director and Assistant Director, foster safe, engaging environments, and promote positive behavior.

The role requires eligibility as per DCSD policies, including age and credential options, with responsibilities to build relationships with children and contribute to community programs.

Qualifications

• Must have at least three months (455 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four or more children over the age of four who are not related to the individual.
• A current early childhood professional credential level I or higher in version 3.0 as determined by the Colorado Department based on its Early Childhood Professional Credential 3.0 Worksheet.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes positive techniques to support and guide behavior and promote respectful and cooperative interactions among children.
• Ensures safety of children by providing sufficient and appropriate supervision and guidance of children at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Builds healthy relationships with children by actively engaging with them, relating to them positively, and responding to their unique needs and interests.
• Plans and implements program activities that provide children with opportunities to learn and develop skills, explore interests, and experience a sense of self-worth and belonging, and contribute to the community.

Skills

Ability to work with children

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting Title

Substitute - Program Leader - BASE

Job Description

Responsible for supporting the Director and Assistant Director in supervising children in various programs and unstructured activities. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting, five (5) to fifty (50) pounds
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting

Qualifications

Each program leader must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, demonstrate ability to work with children, and must have completed at least one (1) of the following qualifications:

• Must have at least three (3) months (455 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the age of four (4) who are not related to the individual; or,
• A current early childhood professional credential level I one (1) or higher in version 3.0 as determined by the Department based on its Early Childhood Professional Credential 3.0 Worksheet, found at https://www.coloradoshinespdis.com/s/about-the-ecpc?language=en_US.

Responsibilities

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

• Utilizes positive techniques to support and guide behavior and promote respectful and cooperative interactions among children.
• Ensures safety of children by providing sufficient and appropriate supervision and guidance of children at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Builds healthy relationships with children by actively engaging with them, relating to them positively, and responding to their unique needs and interests.
• Plans and implements program activities that provide children with opportunities to learn and develop skills, explore interests, and experience a sense of self-worth and belonging, and contribute to the community.

Certifications

First Aid & CPR Certification - American Heart Association, Universal Precautions Training - OSHA

Education

High School or Equivalent (Required)

Skills

Position Type: Substitutes

Primary Location: Mountain View Primary

One Year Only (Yes Or No)

No

Scheduled Hours Per Week

0

Fte

0.00

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year

0 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate

$18.31 USD Hourly

Maximum Hire Rate

$18.31 USD Hourly

Full Salary Range

$18.31 USD - $18.31 USD Hourly

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits

This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.

Time Off Plans

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:

December 29, 2026