Toddler Teacher Co-Lead (ECE)
About This Role
Augustana Early Learning Center is hiring for a support staff member role in Denver. Compensation is $22 – $25/Hr. Candidates need a willingness to earn a CDA, with full program support provided.
The Augustana Early Learning Center is an outreach ministry that welcomes all children. We provide a clean, safe, and nurturing environment that promotes learning and enhances well-being. We are seeking a Lead Toddler teacher to support our toddler room. The ideal candidate is nurturing, energetic, and passionate about working with toddler-age children.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
- Nurture each child's well-being and support their learning
- Facilitate daily development through storytelling, music, and educational play
- Assist in developing and executing a creative program for toddler children
- Observe each child to increase social competencies and build self-esteem at age-appropriate levels
- Organize nap and meal hours, and supervise children to ensure their safety
- Encourage children to interact positively with other similar-aged children
- Responsible for hygiene practices for children, including washing hands, proper bathroom procedures, and diapering
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment consistent with health and safety standards
- Daily communication with parents about their child's well-being and activities
- Familiar with Colorado licensing rules and regulations for Child Care Centers
Requirements
- Able to work with the children in the classroom setting and outdoors on the playground
- Comfortable with soothing children who may be new to group care/comfort children when crying
- Have successfully completed all coursework to qualify as a Lead Teacher, or be currently working towards completing that coursework
- Regular attendance is essential for this position
- Ability to lift 35lbs
- This position requires the physical ability to engage with children at their level, including assuming low postures such as kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, and sitting on the ground
Nice to Have
- A full-time schedule is preferred
Benefits
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
None required but we will support obtaining CDA.
What does this position pay?
This Toddler Teacher Co-Lead (ECE) role pays $22 to $25/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Augustana Early Learning Center located?
Augustana Early Learning Center is located at 5000 East Alameda Avenue, Denver, CO