$700 SIGN ON BONUS

Full and part -time positions available.

SALARY WILL BE DEPENDENT ON EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE.

Unable to provide sponsorship.

Warren Village is a mission driven “learning organization” that is founded on six core values (collaboration, integrity, inclusion, accountability empowerment, and excellence) driving our culture and work. Utilizing a Two-Generation (2Gen) approach, Warren Village empowers disadvantaged single parents to regain self-esteem, reconnect to the community, and ultimately reclaim a productive place in society.

We are looking for creative, critical thinking people who believe that you can learn from failure and improve outcomes through reflection; creating opportunities for those most disadvantaged in our community to improve their lives.

The Warren Village Learning Center serves children ages 6 weeks to 10 years old in a comprehensive, high quality early learning environment. Our Learning Center has a 5-star program quality rating by Colorado Shines. Our teaching teams are dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment that helps foster the development of the whole child. Warren Village places a strong emphasis on teacher training and application of Conscious Discipline®, an innovative social-emotional learning and classroom management program designed to give teachers the discipline skills they need to address the emotional and social issues of children.

Warren Village recognizes that our backgrounds are broad and our talents are many, from different lived experiences. We value and leverage our differences to encompass and reflect the communities we serve. We align our policies, practices and resources so that people of all races, cultures, identities and socioeconomic status may feel valued and respected.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies

Development of professional techniques and skills that promote quality early childhood education

Develop and maintain cooperative and respectful relationships

Supervision and management of young children:

Maintain complete and accurate records

Maintain classroom and general building appearance.

Other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Work cooperatively with other staff members.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, staff, volunteers and other community representatives.
• Employee must be able to work the occasional weekend or evening when requested.
• Experience with the Teaching Strategies Gold assessment system, the Creative Curriculum, and familiarity with the Conscious Discipline Model, preferred.
• Must be committed to Warren Village’s mission and culture.

Minimum Qualifications:

ECT qualified

An Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education, Family and Child Development or Child Psychology or a related field; a minimum of five classes in early childhood education.

One or more years of experience working with children.

Preferred or related Qualifications:

§ Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field

§ 2 or more years of classroom experience in specific age classroom

§ Bilingual and/or experience with culturally diverse people a plus.

Additional eligibility requirements (Certifications, Licenses, etc.):

§ TB test clearance

§ First Aid certification

Work Environment:

The working environment is typically that of classroom using computer and chalkboard, desk and other educational tools, year-round. The ECE Teacher may be exposed to sick or sometimes contagious/ill children and must therefore be conscious of ensuring the health and safety of the kids, their parents, school personnel and themselves. The childcare facility is licensed for 111 children. This position frequently communicates with staff and children. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Physical Demands:

The person in this position needs to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds. Frequently bending, standing, crouching. Activities are completed within the building and outdoors.

Attractive benefits package, including generous paid time off (sick/vacation days) and 12 holidays. One-week closure in both winter and summer (paid outside of PTO). Matching employer 403(b) plan. Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental and vision plans for employee and dependents. Virtual telemedicine program. Voluntary supplemental Short-Term Disability and other similar benefits. Plus, company paid life and long-term disability insurance paid and Employee Assistance Program. FSA and HSA accounts. Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Discounted Early Learning Childcare services available.

To Apply: Interested candidates should submit resume and cover letter (as separate PDF attachments) to careers@warrenvillage.org. Subject line: Early Childhood Education Teacher*. This position will be posted until the latter of February 5, 2024 or until a qualified candidate is hired.

*When determining if a candidate is a good fit, we look at more than the jobs you have been paid to do but the ranges of ways you have picked up skills and knowledge through your life. If you feel you have lived experiences that may contribute to your experience for the position, please document in cover letter.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $24.05 - $29.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a current Early Childhood Education Certification of Levell II or higher. (Classwork in your BA or AA may qualify)?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Work Location: In person