Closing Date:
See posting

EFFECTIVE: 2024-25 school year
Position Type: Non-Exempt
7.5 hours/day
174 Days/year
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Link to Benefits Summary
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports teachers with supervision, learning facilitation and redirection to ensure successful inclusion of all children, including those with identified special needs. Additionally, the employee may provide data collection information and feedback to teachers regarding individual student performance. Other duties may include, but are not limited to, serving meals, clerical support, following of individual student plans, support of student hygiene and wellness activities, and material preparation. All ECE staff members are responsible for the development and promotion of positive community relations among stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain confidentiality in every interaction with students, families, staff and community.
Work collaboratively with classroom team to meet the needs of all students.
Follow the lead of and support ECE Specialist in running the classroom, student instruction and assessment.
Interact with children in a manner that promotes positive relationships and learning.
Communicate on a daily basis with ECE Specialist to determine daily priorities, upcoming activities, and student needs
Support students with a variety of needs throughout the school day, during large group, small group, transitions etc. Prepare for, support, and run small groups for students, under guidance of ECE Specialist
Follow guidance of Special Services staff to implement programing and strategies for student learning
Promote a learning environment that respects the diversity of every child.
Support a learning environment that establishes routines and provides for student engagement.
Maintain a safe, clean learning environment that meets Colorado childcare licensing requirements.
Assist young children with self-care routines including diapering, toilet training, and handwashing.
Provide student supervision throughout the day in the classroom, outside, at lunch, and on field trips. No child should ever be unsupervised.
Report any communication or concern from a parent or student immediately to the ECE specialist, to determine next steps. Refer families to the ECE specialist for information regarding student academic and social-emotional status.
Follow email communications daily
Maintain work schedule and hours, and obtain prior permission for any additional time needed
Actively participate in PLCs, Team Meetings, Collaborative Planning and other required training.
Apply and implement knowledge, skills, and new understanding to support instructional programming.
Responsible for full implementation of Classroom Handbook and Adult Actions Document
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
The education/training/experience, license/certification, general expectations, physical demands, and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
High School Graduate or equivalent.
Bachelor of Arts (preferred).
Bilingual (preferred).
CDHS Early Childhood Teacher qualification preferred (BA in Education, CDA, or completion of ECE 101;102; 103; 238 and ECE elective)
OR
Complete CDA or required ECE classes within 2 years of hire (ECE 101;102; 103; 238 and approved elective course).
Head Start teaching assistants nationwide in center-based programs have:

• at least a child development associate credential or equivalent
• enrolled in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate degree in ECE; or
• enrolled in a child development associate credential program to be completed within 2 years.

English fluency will be determined through the application and interview process.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid CPR and First Aid Certification (preferred or obtained within 6 months of employment).
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
Is flexible and adaptable to change.
Has computer/technology skills.
Has the ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Has the ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers.
Has the ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
Has the ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision.
Has the ability to effectively communicate with the School District community.
Has the ability to analyze, instruct, negotiate, coordinate, communicate, problem solve and use interpersonal skills.
Has the ability to compare, compute, synthesize and evaluate.
Has the ability to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain a generally positive attitude.
Observe all District policies and procedures.
Adhere to federal and state legislation, regulation, and policies.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds.
Frequent sitting, bending, walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment may be noisy.
Frequent encounter with odors and bodily fluids.
REPORTS TO:
ECE Specialist and Director of ECE or designee.

Closing Date:
See posting

EFFECTIVE: 2024-25 school year
Position Type: Non-Exempt
7.5 hours/day
174 Days/year
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Link to Benefits Summary
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports teachers with supervision, learning facilitation and redirection to ensure successful inclusion of all children, including those with identified special needs. Additionally, the employee may provide data collection information and feedback to teachers regarding individual student performance. Other duties may include, but are not limited to, serving meals, clerical support, following of individual student plans, support of student hygiene and wellness activities, and material preparation. All ECE staff members are responsible for the development and promotion of positive community relations among stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain confidentiality in every interaction with students, families, staff and community.
Work collaboratively with classroom team to meet the needs of all students.
Follow the lead of and support ECE Specialist in running the classroom, student instruction and assessment.
Interact with children in a manner that promotes positive relationships and learning.
Communicate on a daily basis with ECE Specialist to determine daily priorities, upcoming activities, and student needs
Support students with a variety of needs throughout the school day, during large group, small group, transitions etc. Prepare for, support, and run small groups for students, under guidance of ECE Specialist
Follow guidance of Special Services staff to implement programing and strategies for student learning
Promote a learning environment that respects the diversity of every child.
Support a learning environment that establishes routines and provides for student engagement.
Maintain a safe, clean learning environment that meets Colorado childcare licensing requirements.
Assist young children with self-care routines including diapering, toilet training, and handwashing.
Provide student supervision throughout the day in the classroom, outside, at lunch, and on field trips. No child should ever be unsupervised.
Report any communication or concern from a parent or student immediately to the ECE specialist, to determine next steps. Refer families to the ECE specialist for information regarding student academic and social-emotional status.
Follow email communications daily
Maintain work schedule and hours, and obtain prior permission for any additional time needed
Actively participate in PLCs, Team Meetings, Collaborative Planning and other required training.
Apply and implement knowledge, skills, and new understanding to support instructional programming.
Responsible for full implementation of Classroom Handbook and Adult Actions Document
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
The education/training/experience, license/certification, general expectations, physical demands, and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
High School Graduate or equivalent.
Bachelor of Arts (preferred).
Bilingual (preferred).
CDHS Early Childhood Teacher qualification preferred (BA in Education, CDA, or completion of ECE 101;102; 103; 238 and ECE elective)
OR
Complete CDA or required ECE classes within 2 years of hire (ECE 101;102; 103; 238 and approved elective course).
Head Start teaching assistants nationwide in center-based programs have:

• at least a child development associate credential or equivalent
• enrolled in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate degree in ECE; or
• enrolled in a child development associate credential program to be completed within 2 years.

English fluency will be determined through the application and interview process.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid CPR and First Aid Certification (preferred or obtained within 6 months of employment).
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
Is flexible and adaptable to change.
Has computer/technology skills.
Has the ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Has the ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers.
Has the ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
Has the ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision.
Has the ability to effectively communicate with the School District community.
Has the ability to analyze, instruct, negotiate, coordinate, communicate, problem solve and use interpersonal skills.
Has the ability to compare, compute, synthesize and evaluate.
Has the ability to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain a generally positive attitude.
Observe all District policies and procedures.
Adhere to federal and state legislation, regulation, and policies.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds.
Frequent sitting, bending, walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment may be noisy.
Frequent encounter with odors and bodily fluids.
REPORTS TO:
ECE Specialist and Director of ECE or designee.