Overview:
Colorado Early Education Network (CEEN) is a federally funded, non-profit organization that is geared towards supporting children’s growth in a positive learning environment by providing early learning and development opportunities, health and physical development services, as well as promoting family well-being through continued education and strengthening parent-child relationships. We are looking to bring in motivated, experienced Assistant Teachers who take pride in their work with children, and are passionate about creating an engaging classroom atmosphere for preschool-aged children from low-income families while engaging with the local community. This is a 40-42 week; 40 hrs per week position.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $20.63 - $22.66 per hour

Hours Required:
7:30AM – 4:15PM if placed in a Half Day classroom 7:30AM – 4:00 PM if placed in an Extended Day classroom

Responsibilities:
• Work closely in a classroom team consisting of 1 Teacher, 1 Assistant Teacher, and 1 part-time Program Aide.
• Assist the Teacher in the development of daily lesson plans and developmentally appropriate activities for your students.
• Assist the Teacher in the development of individual goals for each child as well as document their progress towards their unique goals.
• Maintain a productive and appropriate classroom environment by following the Head Start Performance Standards as well as the Colorado Office of Early Childhood Child Care Licensing Rules and Regulations.
• Provide a safe and inviting classroom atmosphere through the establishment of positive and productive relationships with families and children.
• Encourage the involvement of children's’ families in Head Start programs through home visits as well as parent-teacher conferences.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must be 18 years old, have a high school diploma or GED and must meet one of the following options:
(1) Completed one early childhood education course (ECE 101 or 103) with a course grade of “C” or better and currently enrolled/attending in a second ECE course and (12) Months (or 1,820 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children less than six (6) years of age who are not related to the individual
(2) Completed two early childhood education courses, one course must be (ECE 101 or ECE 103) with a grade of “C” or better with 6 month (910) of verified experience.
(3) Obtained a B.A. or A.A. in a field unrelated to early childhood education requires 6 ECE credit hours with one of the courses either ECE 101 or ECE 103
(4) B.A. or A.A. in a field related to early childhood education does not require any additional coursework or hours of experience In order to comply with the Head Start of 2007, assistant teachers must have one of the following:
(1) Child Development Associate Credential (or the equivalency; i.e, 12 ECE Credits)
(2) Be enrolled in a CDA credential program that will be completed within 2 years from the date of hire (or the equivalency i.e., 12 ECE Credits)
(3) Have an A.A. or B.A. (in any area) or be enrolled in a program leading to such a degree

Benefit Summary:
• Tuition Reimbursement up to:
o $1200/year for an AA degree
o $2400/year for a BA degree
• Choice of 3 separate health benefit programs, focused on flexibility and cost
• Employee Assistance Program that includes multiple free counseling sessions, access to a wellness coach, and work / life consultations for financial / legal and child / elder care
• Mental Health Resources through Contractors with UNC Psychological Services
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, alongside employer-matched 401(k) contributions

Additional Steps:
In order to quickly move through the hiring process, please have these documents prepared for our hiring team:
(1) Completed Colorado Early Education Network job application (http://ceen.org/images/APP2021.pdf)
(2) The diploma required for your position (High School, AA, BA, etc)
(3) Educational transcripts for any ECE credits earned
(4) Hours of Experience letters from previous childcare employers 

The mission of the Colorado Early Education Network (CEEN) is to facilitate and enhance productive programming and services for children, staff, and parenting partnerships, along with partnering with educational entities, community resources, and local, state and federal agencies. CEEN is designed to create a collaborative network bridge between resources, programs and participants.