Lead Teacher

4 weeks ago

Colorado Springs, United States Community Partnership for Child Development Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Preschool Lead Teacher
Give children a head start
This position is set to begin on Sept 9th

The Preschool Lead Teacher plans and implements learning experiences that advance the development of the whole child. Establishes and maintains a safe, healthy learning environment using high quality learning experiences to advance the development of the whole child in partnership with families. Complies with all 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.


Lead Teacher Salary Scale:

Step 1: AA Degree/ECE or related Field & DQ (Written Agreement to obtain a DQ if not held)

  • $2,121.79/ per pay period

Step 2: Bachelor's Degree in ECE or related Field and DQ (Written Agreement to obtain a DQ if not held)

  • $2,356.18/ per pay period

About CPCD:

At CPCD, we provide more than 1,800 children living in poverty, or who are challenged by special circumstances, with an early childhood education through Head Start, Early Head Start, and the Universal Preschool Program. Our additional health, dental and family support services ensure that children enrolled in our programs are ready to succeed in school and life. Join our team and help us make a difference in the lives of children and families in our community.


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 90 days of employment

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

Employee Wellbeing

  • Employee Assistance Program that provides 6 FREE sessions with a counselor or therapist per year
  • Full well-being program to encourage and promote your wellbeing 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.EOE


Requirements:

Required:

  • Associates degree in ECE or related field and Colorado Department of Human Services Director Qualified. If a candidate is not currently Director Qualified, they must agree to obtain this certificate and begin the process to obtain immediately.
  • Experience teaching in the early childhood education field including experience in planning and implementing curriculum, using assessments, and providing effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions.
  • Must be able to lift/carry up to 40 pounds.
  • First Aid and infant, child & adult CPR, and medication administration certification within 90-days of employment and maintain as required.
  • 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:

  • Bachelors degree in early childhood education or closely related field with 30 credits of early childhood education courses.
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English.

CPCD is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. CPCD considers 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.

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