BCHS Classroom Substitute

Overview

Boulder County Community Services Department is seeking to hire 3 Head Start Classroom Substitute positions. The BCHS Substitute provides reliable, short-term instructional and caregiving support to ensure continuity of care and learning when regular classroom staff are absent. The substitute works collaboratively with teaching teams to maintain a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment aligned with Head Start Performance Standards, program curriculum, and daily routines.

Responsibilities include supporting children’s learning and social-emotional development, following established lesson plans and behavior guidance practices, assisting with supervision, meals, and transitions; and upholding all health, safety, and confidentiality requirements. The role requires flexibility, and a commitment to supporting young children and families in a diverse, inclusive, and relationship-based Head Start setting.

These are hourly, non-benefited positions that will work Monday – Friday, 7:45am – 4:15pm, as needed. These positions will work out of 2802 Dagny Way, Lafayette; 2850 Mapleton Ave, Boulder; or 2675 Mapleton Ave, Boulder, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, these positions are non-exempt (eligible for overtime).

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range: $25.00 Hourly

Tentative Hiring Timeline:

• Phone Screening:
  Week of February 9th
• First Round Interviews:
  Week of February 9th
• Reference Check:
  Week of February 9th

Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Information is available .

Education & Experience

Boulder County is looking for well-qualified candidates. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. Minimum requirement:

• A high school diploma or equivalent

Background Check & Fingerprinting

• A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation with fingerprinting

Special Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age
• Applicants must hold a current, or be willing to obtain, a PDIS Early Childhood Professional Credential - Level 2 within 12 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (additional compensation may be provided based on bilingual skills)
• One year (1,820 hours) of verified experience with preschool children

• Ability to use a computer with basic skills in Microsoft Office products and internet-based assessment systems, or willingness to learn
• Ability to work as part of a team and channel communications appropriately
• Ability to relate well to children and adults from diverse backgrounds

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.