Early Head Start Teacher

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Early Head Start Teacher

This position is eligible for a $500.00 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment.

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths, as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

An Early Head Start at Catholic Charities:

• Designs and maintains a physical and programmatic environment that appropriately supports and nurtures the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of all children in an inclusive classroom.
• Establishes educational and social goals based on the composition of the children enrolled and the community setting in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, Colorado State Licensing and Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP), as appropriate
• Develops and implements written plans for the daily activities that stimulate learning in all developmental areas (physical, social, emotional, and cognitive) for a group of children which may involve some children identified with disabilities.
• Complies with Colorado State Licensing requirements.
• Enroll in and complete coursework for the Child Development Associate (CDA) certification, if not already obtained or do not have an ECE related degree, and complete within 6 months of the date of hire.
• Assists Center Supervisor in day-to-day supervision of staff in own classroom through delegating, training and providing insight and guidance.
• Organizes classroom materials and equipment, conducts ongoing physical inventory, and replenishes to ensure adequately stocked.
• Develops positive relationships with parents and families of each child
• Coordinates and informs parents of scheduled field trips, extracurricular activities, and other scheduled activities
• Conducts family conferences and home visits with each child’s family to advise of child’s progress and to develop rapport with families. Family and teaching staff will collaborate to identify child’s areas of need and develop ideas for activities that will improve those areas.
• Provides guidance and training, through classroom experience and resource materials, for other staff and volunteer personnel assigned to the classroom. Supervises and evaluates performance of this group.
• Plans and participates in the preparation, setup and serving of meals and snacks.
• Plans and arranges field trips and supervises children in attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must comply with all Colorado State Licensing requirements
• Teachers in Infant or Infant Toddler mixed age rooms must be Infant Nursery Supervisor (INS) qualified.
• Able to effectively manage a classroom of children
• Effective interpersonal communication skills with children, parents and co-workers
• Ability to remember schedules, programs, policies, and other details.
• Ability to remain calm and calm others in an emergency and/or confrontational situation.
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.
• Must be currently enrolled in, or agree to enroll in, coursework to obtain the Child Development Associate (CDA) certification. The CDA must be completed within 6 months of the hire date.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Infant or Toddler Child Development Associate; and six months to one-yea related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Education and experience must reflect the specific age group with which the employee will be working.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary: $20.29 - $24.12, Full time, 40 hours per week.

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Shift is Full Time
• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is in included.)
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

**Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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