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Program Instructor II -Preschool Teacher's Assistant-Part Year

Government Jobs, Loveland, Colorado, United States, 80538

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Loveland Preschool Program

The City of Loveland is seeking a dedicated individual to join their Preschool Program. This part-time, temporary position offers a salary range of $15.16 to $20.47 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. The preschool program is a quality-rated licensed early education program. The selected candidate will work alongside professional teaching staff to plan and provide quality instruction to children aged 3-5. Program dates generally follow the Thompson School District calendar, however workdays may be required on school days out and holiday breaks. Days and hours of work will vary, with 4-8 hour daily shifts Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and/or weekend shifts may be required for annual training hours or program events. Essential Job Functions

The following are key responsibilities of the position: Prepares the preschool classroom on a daily basis Performs environmental safety checks Implements and adheres to all state licensing and health department regulations Reports damaged, missing, or negligent items to supervisors Evaluate the classroom environment, create and modify learning centers based on assessment tools Assists with the development and implementation of age-appropriate lesson plans Demonstrates solid knowledge of program policies including enrollment and registration procedures Maintains working knowledge of current Colorado state licensing childcare regulations Maintains online Professional Development Information System (PDIS) account Completes required training and attends continuing education workshops Engage all children in appropriate conversation, scaffold learning concepts Utilize positive guidance strategies based on individualized behavior plans Assesses each child's development skill levels Initiates frequent and ongoing communication with families regarding their child's experience Encourages and implements inclusion of family diversity and participation in the classroom Job Qualifications

To qualify for this position, candidates must: Have strong verbal and written communication, planning, and organizational skills Work independently, alongside a co-teacher, and as part of a team Work effectively with students, parents, co-workers, facility staff, and the general public Demonstrate sound judgment, decision making, conflict resolution, and patience and creativity when dealing with stressful and challenging situations Must be at least 18 years of age Candidates must meet Colorado state licensing requirements for an Early Childhood Teacher Assistant in one of the following ways: Completion of one of the following early childhood education courses with a course grade of "C" or better and nine (9) months (1,365 hours) verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children less than six (6) years of age Completion of two (2) of the early childhood education classes referenced above with the course grade of "C" or better and no experience A current early childhood professional Credential Level I or higher in Version 3.0 as determined by the Colorado Department of Education's PDIS system Must possess current or successfully complete prior to working with children, provided CPR, First Aid, Standard Precautions, and Medication Administration trainings. Per state licensing requirements candidate must submit a medical statement signed and dated by a licensed physician or other health care professional, verifying good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position. The duties of this position are routinely performed in different locations including indoor and outdoor. May be exposed to differing weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, sun, rain, and snow. Requires regular bending, pushing, pulling, stooping, and kneeling with an ability to lift up to 40 lbs. on a repeated basis. Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE! In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor's Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America. Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.