City of Golden

This position will assist Early Childhood Education Director/Asst. Director with program development and implementation of Golden Parks and Recreation Department's state licensed Preschool Program.. Immediately reports all incidents, injuries, and/or unsafe conditions to Early Childhood Education Director and Recreation Supervisor - Education and Dance.. Communicates with Early Childhood Education Director and Recreation Supervisor - Education and Dance in order to provide quality programs.. Upon hire, must successfully pass a TRAILS Background check, and a CBI & FBI fingerprint criminal background check.. Telephone, copy machine, laminate machine, personal computer, printer, fax machine, sports equipment, arts and crafts supplies, cleaning supplies, washer/dryer, musical instruments, some cooking tools.

early childhood teacher

We are currently recruiting for qualified applicants for two Early Childhood Substitute Teachers . Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be!
Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play.
The City of Golden has over 500 employees serving the community in parks and recreation, public works, public safety, and administration. The City offers a wide array of benefits and perks designed to enhance the work and wellness experience our employees enjoy today and into the future.
Golden Community Center's 4-star Qualistar rated preschool program is designed to foster intellectual, social, emotional and physical growth in each child through play and personal attention.
We are looking for qualified Early Childhood Substitute Teachers. This position will assist Early Childhood Education Director/Asst. Director with program development and implementation of Golden Parks and Recreation Department's state licensed Preschool Program. Under direction of the Early Childhood Education Director, teachers are responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children 3 to 5 years old. Responsible for daily compliance with State Standards and meeting Jefferson County benchmarks; responsible for preparing developmentally appropriate practices and understanding best practices for an early childhood setting. Teachers must meet all requirements as determined by State Licensing Agency.
JOB SUMMARY
Plan and perform daily routines and activities appropriate for preschool education to ensure compliance with all performance and licensing standards.
Implement lesson plans according to developmentally appropriate practices, themes, and children's interests and skill level that are conducive to learning.
Maintain program records and documents needed for licensing compliance.
Communicate and interact with children, parents and others in a positive manner. Communicate with children at their physical level.
Encourage parent participation in the classroom and with home activities.
Follow procedures for reporting suspected child abuse. Immediately reports all incidents, injuries, and/or unsafe conditions to Early Childhood Education Director and Recreation Supervisor - Education and Dance.
Maintains cleanliness of facility and organization of materials and equipment in accordance with Colorado Human Services guidelines and Golden Parks and Recreation Department policies.
Communicates with parents to provide information about preschool activities and their children's successes and problems.
Communicates with Early Childhood Education Director and Recreation Supervisor - Education and Dance in order to provide quality programs.
Attends required trainings and meetings.
Completes required online trainings.
Completes other tasks and duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 18 years of age by date of hire. Applicant must meet the educational and experience requirements as outlined by the Colorado Department of Human Services Rules Regulating Childcare Centers. 7.702.54 AN EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER (FORMERLY GROUP LEADER).Assignedresponsibility for a single group of children and working under the supervision of a director, mustmeetat least one of the following qualifications found in theEarly Childhood Teacher Chart (Attachment A). Must provide an employment health form signed by a physician. Two years experience in a licensed day care/preschool preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Current CPR and first aid certification required within one month of hire.
Upon hire, must successfully pass a TRAILS Background check, and a CBI & FBI fingerprint criminal background check.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend curriculum, policies and procedures, standards, benchmarks, behavior plans, and implementation strategies. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to receive instructions and constructive feedback. Ability to communicate as a team.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply basic addition, subtraction, and multiplication skills for calculating data when necessary. Ability to teach children appropriate basic mathematical skills and provide math in the classroom environment.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to make sound decisions on a day-to-day basis regarding appropriate communication with families/caregivers, classroom management, supervision of classroom volunteers, and professional development that will enhance your abilities and skills. Ability to understand the importance of confidentiality.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates maturity of judgment and the skill to exercise appropriate supervision and direction to preschool age children in an unstructured setting.
Ability to facilitate resolution of conflicts. Ability to make sound decisions and use good judgment under stressful conditions. Makes independent decisions and has the ability to complete projects with minimal supervision. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, and community organizations, the public, and participants.
MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED
Elementary school supplies (paper, crayons, paints, glue, and scissors), copy machine, fax, and tape player. Telephone, copy machine, laminate machine, personal computer, printer, fax machine, sports equipment, arts and crafts supplies, cleaning supplies, washer/dryer, musical instruments, some cooking tools.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Work environment is primarily in an indoor setting with outdoor playtime and outings as appropriate. The noise level is moderate to loud.
The City of Golden is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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