Floater Lead Teacher

Floater Lead Teacher

Give children a head start!

This position is set to begin on February 2nd.

Work scheduled for 40 hours a week.

Position runs from August to May and is off over the summer.

Plans and implements learning experiences that advance the development of the whole child. Establishes and maintains a safe, healthy learning environment using high quality learning experiences to advance the development of the whole child in partnership with families. Complies with all Head Start Performance Standards, Colorado Department of Human Services licensing requirements, and the Colorado Quality Standards for Early Childhood Care and Education Services.

Implements a balance of group and individualized experiences to promote the development of school readiness skills as defined by CPCD’s School Readiness Action Plan. Provides daily supervision for assigned classroom staff. Teacher Floater will be required to travel among classrooms/sites as directed by the CD Supervisor.

• Step 1: AA Degree/ECE or related Field & DQ (Written Agreement to obtain a DQ if not held) – $26.52 per hour.
• Step 2:
  Bachelor’s Degree in ECE or related Field and DQ (Written Agreement to obtain a DQ if not held) – $29.45 per hour.

At CPCD, we provide more than 1,500 children living in poverty, or who are challenged by special circumstances, with an early childhood education through Head Start, Early Head Start, and the Universal Preschool Program. Our additional health, dental, and family support services ensure that children enrolled in our programs are ready to succeed in school and life. Join our team and help us make a difference in the lives of children and families in our community.

• Paid Holidays:
  Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth, Presidents Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
• Paid Breaks: 1 week for Spring Break (March), 1 week for Fall Break (November), and 2 weeks for Winter Break (end of December/beginning of January).

• Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac supplemental insurance, and voluntary life insurance. CPCD also pays for Basic Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance at no cost.
• 401(k) program offers traditional and Roth enrollment options with automatic enrollment in profit‑sharing after 1 year of employment.

• $4,000 per year for Early Childhood Education Associates/Bachelor’s Degrees.
• $2,500 per year for other degrees related to employment at CPCD.
• View Career Mapping page for growth opportunities.

• Employee Assistance Program provides 6 free sessions with a counselor or therapist per year.
• Full well‑being program includes 2 hours of paid time per month for wellness activities.

• Access to reliable transportation and minimum liability insurance as determined by the State of Colorado.
• Associates degree in ECE or related field and Colorado Department of Human Services Director Qualified. If not Director Qualified, agreement to obtain certificate immediately.
• Experience teaching in early childhood education, including curriculum planning, assessments, and effective teacher‑child interactions.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 40 pounds.
• First Aid and infant, child & adult CPR within the first year of employment; maintain as required.
• Medication Administration certification within 90 days of employment; maintain as required.
• Successful completion of pre‑employment physical examination, TB test, drug test (including marijuana), and background check as required by Head Start Performance Standards and Childcare Licensing.

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or closely related field with 30 credits of early childhood education courses.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other language relevant to the community served).

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Education and Training

CPCD is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. CPCD considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.

Please note:

The successful completion of a post‑offer, pre‑employment physical examination, TB screen, background screen and drug test (including marijuana) is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).