Teacher (Community Support)

OUR Center; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave & PTO

403(b) with company match

Company-paid Life Insurance

Job summary

A local educational organization in Longmont, Colorado is seeking a qualified Early Childhood Teacher for a full-time role supporting children and teachers. This position emphasizes relationship-building and collaborative teaching in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have a degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, relevant classroom experience, and a passion for fostering children's development. The organization offers competitive hourly rates between $18.00 to $20.00, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• PDIS 3.0 level II or higher required.
• General knowledge of Colorado Child Care Licensing rules.
• Experience in a Reggio Emilia-inspired context preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with ECE teachers for authentic learning experiences.
• Support classroom teachers during planning and documentation.
• Build home-school partnerships with families.
• Guide children's learning experiences.

Skills

Classroom teaching experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Flexibility

Passion for early childhood education

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

Overview

The Aspen Center is a non-profit early care and education setting in Longmont, Colorado working with a diverse population of children and families. We focus on developmentally appropriate, creative experiences with children. We're located in the heart of downtown Longmont, which offers many wonderful opportunities for teachers and children.

Position Summary

Aspen Center is currently seeking a PDIS 3.0 level II or higher qualified Early Childhood Teacher to fill a full-time role as a school-wide community support teacher to support the children and teachers at our school. This unique position offers the right person the opportunity to build strong relationships with every child and will benefit from partnering with teachers in each of our classrooms.

As a Full-time Employee, You’ll Enjoy

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Holidays.
• Sick Leave & PTO.
• 403(b) with company match.
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability.
• Access to OUR Center services.
• Our policies and practices follow a family-friendly approach.

Education and Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Human Development, or related field (preferred) High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Classroom teaching experience in a constructivist learning environment.
• PDIS 3.0 level II or higher (required).
• Group leader qualified. Must meet the Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) or Assistant Early Childhood Teacher (AECT) qualifications.
• CDA or Early Childhood Certificate.
• General knowledge of the State of Colorado Child Care Licensing rules and regulations and county health department guidelines.
• CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred).

As a Community Support Teacher, You Will

• Collaborate with other ECE teachers daily to bring authentic learning experiences to children.
• Be a peer model for best practice in early childhood education.
• Support classroom teachers during planning, documentation time, and breaks.
• Guide children’s learning experiences.
• Build relationships with families to foster a strong home-school partnership.
• Support school-wide needs such as laundry, dishes, playground supervision, drop off and pick up procedures.
• Be first in line to substitute for teachers who are not at school.
• Adhere to the COVID policies implemented by Aspen Center and recommended by the CDC, CDPHE, and Boulder County Public Health.

You are a strong fit for this role if you have

• The necessary Education and Qualifications (listed above).
• Classroom experience.
• Are well organized, able to multi-task, work with flexibility, and embrace ambiguity.
• A passion for early childhood education and advocating for children, families, and teachers.
• Experience working in a Reggio Emilia-inspired context (preferred).
• See yourself as a lifelong learner.
• A desire to be a part of cultivating change.

Physical Demands

• Able to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Regular use of a computer.
• Reach in all directions.
• Lift or move up to 50lbs required.
• Bend, twist, kneel, stoop, and reach.
• Ascending or Descending stairs.
• Communicate clearly, hearing and listening.

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time.

Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Dental Insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement plan.
• Vision insurance.

Schedule

• 8-hour shift.
• Monday to Friday.

Ability to Commute/Relocate

• Longmont, CO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required).

Application Details

• Applications will be accepted through February 6, 2026.