Support Staff Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

The Augustana Early Learning Center is an outreach ministry that welcomes children of all faiths, cultures, and ethnicities. We provide a nurturing environment that promotes learning and well-being. We're seeking a full-time support ECE teacher to join our team of fantastic teachers! The ideal candidate is caring, energetic, and passionate about working with children.

• Facilitate daily activities that stimulate learning and development in preschool children
• Create a supportive environment that encourages each child's growth and well-being
• Observe and assess each child's progress, identifying opportunities to enhance their social competencies and self-esteem
• Organize and supervise activities, ensuring the children's safety and well-being at all times
• Foster positive relationships among children and promote social skills and conflict resolution
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment, adhering to health and safety standards
• Establish and enforce hygiene practices, including hand washing, bathroom routines, and snack and meal times
• Maintain open communication with parents, keeping them informed about their child's daily experiences
• Ensure compliance with Colorado licensing rules and regulations for Child Care Centers
• Develop and implement a creative curriculum that aligns with the Center's educational goals

• This position requires the ability to engage with children at their level, including assuming low postures such as kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, and sitting on the ground.
• Able to work in a classroom setting and outdoors on the playground, accommodating the children's needs and activities.
• Comfortable with soothing children who may be distressed or new to group care, providing comfort and reassurance as needed.
• Regular attendance is essential for this position, as it directly impacts the children's well-being and the team's success.
• Ability to lift 35lbs.
• Hold a Lead Teacher qualification or be currently pursuing the necessary coursework to achieve this certification.
• Work hours are from 8:00-5:00 pm.

Group Lead Qualifications

An interest in or experience with outdoor education would be a valuable asset to our team.

• Employer sponsored health and dental benefits – the current arrangement is for the employee to pay 10% of the premiums for these plans.
• A $10,000 life insurance benefit.
• 80 hours of paid time-off to start; the allotment increases with seniority.
• 13 paid holidays each year including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• A 403(b) retirement plan.
• After one year, access to a Flexible Spending Account arrangement that permits paying for health care costs and day care expenses using pre-tax dollars.