Overview
Colorado Early Education Network is a federally funded, non-profit
organization that provides comprehensive early childhood education and
learning services to eligible children birth to age 5. CEEN is seeking a
highly motivated, experienced Infant / Toddler Lead Teacher, who takes
pride in their work, and thrives in an environment in which creativity,
teamwork, resourcefulness and critical thinking are highly desired and
valued. This position serves as the primary caregiver for four children in an
Early Head Start classroom serving infants by planning, implementing, and
supervising all classroom activities. This position works with typically
developing children and children with disabilities. This is a 42 to 52 week;
40 hrs. per week position.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $22.34 - $23.57 per hour
Hours Required: Dependent on Center
Responsibilities:
Works as a team member with the other education staff, parents and
Parent Committee members to tailor Creative Curriculum for Infants,
Toddlers, and Twos in a way that is meaningful and meets the individual and
program needs.
Document all child observations, individual goals, assessments using
TS GOLD per the expected due dates set by the EHS Education Director and
Disabilities Manager.
Develop activities and use instructional materials suitable for infants
and toddlers with a wide range of cognitive, physical, and emotional
maturities that support the development of gross motor, fine motor,
language, and social interactions.
Involves parents in the educational activities of the program:
-to emphasize their role as the principal influence on the child's
education and development; and
-to assist parents to increase their knowledge, understanding, skills
and experience in basic child development.
Provides daily management of all classroom staff, monitors employee
performance and classroom activities. Shares competency assessments and views
on individual performance evaluation of classroom staff
Mandatory Education Qualifications (choose one):
Applicants must be 18 years old with at least 6 months (1,040 hours) of
experience in the care of infants and toddlers, and must meet one of the
following options:
(1)Current Infant/Toddler CDA
(2)Level III EC Professional Development Credential (v.2.0) and ECE
111 or EQIT
(3)Qualified as Early Childhood Teacher (per CDE): 12 ECE credits
(either ECE111 or EQIT; and either ECE 101 or 103) and 12 months
(1,820) experience with infants and toddlers.
Benefit Summary:
Tuition Reimbursement up to:
-$1200/year for an AA degree
-$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
Colorado Early Education Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.