Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.00 - $22.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement contributions with immediate vesting
Tuition Assistance
Professional development programs
Supportive culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion
Collaborative and intellectually engaging work environment
Access to outdoor recreation and cultural experiences in Colorado Springs
Job Description
Colorado College is a prestigious liberal arts institution located in the scenic city of Colorado Springs. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and a vibrant campus community, the college emphasizes a holistic approach to education that nurtures intellectual curiosity, diversity, and personal growth. The institution prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, creating a supportive culture where staff and students alike can thrive. Employees at Colorado College benefit from strong institutional support, access to professional development programs, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement contributions with immediate vesting, and tuition... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must hold current Early Childhood Teacher certification
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have infant nursery supervisor training and experience may apply
- State approved Adult and Child CPR, First Aid and Medical administration training including Standard Precaution Procedures
- Must have current pre-employment physical examination, proof of current vaccinations
- Knowledge of infectious diseases and preventative measures to reduce the spread of disease
- Working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices with young children
- Proficient with computer software programs such as Word and photo/print programs
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in spelling, punctuation, grammar, and basic business math
- Ability to think critically and solve problems
- Good judgment, organizational, and customer service skills
- Ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion
- Must be flexible and able to react appropriately to active children
- Frequent bending, standing, crawling, stooping, reaching, carrying, and pushing
- Moderate physical effort lifting to 50 lbs
- Ability to operate telephone, copying machine, dishwasher, stove, microwave, stroller, computer, printer, fax machine, washer/dryer, nebulizer, portable oxygen tank, and heart/respiratory monitor used when required
- Employment contingent upon a fingerprint investigation and subsequent monitoring through the CBI and FBI
Job Qualifications
- Must hold current Early Childhood Teacher certification
- Proficient with computer software programs such as Word and photo/print programs
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in spelling, punctuation, grammar, and basic business math
- Ability to think critically and solve problems
- Good judgment, organizational, and customer service skills
- Ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion
- Must be flexible and able to react appropriately to active children
- Knowledge of infectious diseases and preventative measures to reduce the spread of disease
- Working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices with young children
- State approved Adult and Child CPR, First Aid and Medical administration training including Standard Precaution Procedures
- Must have current pre-employment physical examination and proof of current vaccinations
- Employment contingent upon fingerprint investigation and subsequent monitoring through CBI and FBI
Job Duties
- Perform duties and responsibilities in a cooperative and professional manner, treat each staff member, child, family, visitor and volunteer with respect, courtesy, and kindness
- Assume responsibility for all aspects of the classroom
- Ensure that materials, equipment and learning environment are safe, healthy and developmentally appropriate
- Plan and implement daily activities and meaningful experiences for small groups, large groups and individually to enhance skill development in all domains of learning to include antiracism terminology and language
- Plan and implement a age/development appropriate classroom schedule, classroom rules and a room arrangement that supports clear defined interest areas to promote success for all children
- Maintain, prepare, request or purchase materials so they are adequate, appropriate, and safe while maintaining fiscal responsibility
- Identify and report children’s individual growth using portfolios and online observation tools that align with Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines
- Use a variety of appropriate guidance and classroom management techniques to work effectively with children, including positive reinforcements that support positive behavior, that is age/development appropriate
- Responsible for food handling and service to meet USDA and sanitation regulations as required by Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
- Administer medications within the scope of delegation by the center nursing consultant
- Administer first aid treatments and follow documentation requirements
- Report known or suspected incidents of child abuse and/or neglect to the appropriate authorities as a mandatory reporter
- Maintain confidentiality
- Maintain Colorado State mandated trainings for childcare providers-minimum of 15 hours per year to include 3 hours of social emotional training
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the concepts, theories, and principles of early childhood best practices and child development and be able to apply to all situations
- Train and orient new staff, substitutes and student educational assistants
- Actively support the college's commitment to be an antiracist institution by understanding, engaging with, and promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity in the college community
- Promote a culture of safety and environmental protection by working in a safe manner
- immediately reporting unsafe situations and accidents
- following college procedures
- and participating in appropriate safety training
- Demonstrate environmental sustainability by using college resources wisely and supporting the college's sustainability initiatives and innovation
- Perform other duties as assigned
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