Early Childhood Teacher (Recreation) (Finance)
POSITION TITLE: Early Childhood Teacher (Recreation) (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)
REQUISITION #: req8035
DEPARTMENT: Recreation
LOCATION: NORTHSIDE AZTLAN CTR
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) View Classifications & Benefits
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $48,341.00 - 72,512.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $53,000.00 - 65,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 3:00 p.m. MT on 3/28/2025.
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Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?
- Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, children) - eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
- Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
- Retirement + company contributions - after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
- Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
- Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance
- Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- Wellness program, workout facilities
- Employee/family onsite health clinic
- Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
- Collaborative work environment
Job Summary
Are you a certified early childhood educator who is looking for a fresh, new opportunity? The City of Fort Collins is looking for an Early Childhood Teacher to lead our state-licensed preschool program for children ages three to five at the Northside Aztlan Community Center. This is a full-time, fully benefited position that is supported by a fellow early childhood teacher, one to two in-class teaching assistants and an Early Learning Coordinator who is close by and ready to help.
In-class teaching days follow a Monday/Wednesday/Friday (4-year old class) or Tuesday/Thursday (3-year old class) schedule. Non-teaching days are spent supporting the additional classes running and have dedicated time for collaboration, curriculum development and lesson planning. Curriculum resources and guidelines are provided by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood. While most work falls during Monday - Friday business hours, there will occasionally be evening or weekend family engagement activities.
What are we looking for in our Early Childhood Teacher? Early Childhood Lead Teacher certification, preferably through PDIS (Level III or higher in 2.0 or Level II or higher in 3.0). At least 1-2 years of similar lead teaching experience. Ability and desire to mentor and mold their teaching assistants. And compliance with the requirements listed below.
We anticipate interviews taking place in early April with a start date of mid to late May.
This position will find encouragement and connection with the Recreation Department and the community of the City of Fort Collins. We would love for you to apply!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.
- Active supervision of children including regular participation and attendance counts.
- Act as the Lead Teacher in the Funtime PreK and/or Preschool Classes during the school year and in Funtime Adventures during the Summer.
- Act as the Lead Teacher in the preschool readiness and enrichment activities classes as assigned.
- Greet children and parents in a friendly manner; conduct daily health screens and electronic check-in/out process.
- Plan and instruct daily developmentally appropriate lesson plans utilizing the Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines which include but are not not limited to science, math, reading, indoor/outdoor games, crafts, dramatic play, music, and cooking.
- Prepare for and clean up following class/camp activities.
- Treat all children with care and respect in all interactions, including behavior guidance and classroom management strategies.
- Responsible for general maintenance of classroom/camp space and informing supervisors of missing and/or damaged equipment.
- Plans safe, fun walking field trips during summer camp seasons.
- Responsible for class/camp supply and equipment inventory, and requesting materials based on available budgets as needed.
- May be required to drive 15 passenger vans to transport children.
- Attend regular staff and department meetings as needed.
- Represent the City with a positive, professional, and healthy demeanor at all times.
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City Competencies
- Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
- Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
- A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
- A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.
- Ability to handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to contribute effectively and creatively in a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to develop and maintain positive effective working relationships with employees and management.
- Teaching and leading skills for working with participants and other part-time staff.
- Attention to detail and ability to handle multi-tasking effectively.
- Strong customer services skills to build relationships with families.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to use Microsoft programs, Recreation Software, phone, copier, fax and may need to use publishing, graphics, or spreadsheet software.
- Ability to satisfactorily complete training for driving 15-passenger vans.
MinimumPreferredCollege degree or equivalent work experience. Some positions may require functionally related certification or advanced degrees Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in child development, child psychology, early childhood education, educational leadership and administration, elementary education, family and human development, family studies, or special education; ORCollege degree or equivalent work experience. Some positions may require functionally related certification or advanced degrees Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in any area other than those listed above AND an additional two, three-semester credit hour courses in Early Child Education, with one course being either Introduction to Early Childhood Professions or Early Childhood guidance Strategies for children or has been issued a Colorado Pyramid Model training certificate of completion; ORAssociates / Bachelor's degree or other specialized skill training / certification may be required in some positionsAssociate's degree (60 semester credit hours) from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, which must include at least two, three-semester credit hour courses in either Introduction to Early childhood Professions or Early Childhood guidance Strategies for children or has been issued a Colorado Pyramid Model training certificate of completion; ORHigh School Diploma or GED Three months (455 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four or more children less than eight years of age who are not related to the individual; AND the completion of eighteen (18) semester credit hours from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education with one course as Introduction to Early Childhood Professions or Early Childhood guidance Strategies for children or has been issued a Colorado Pyramid Model training certificate of completion; ORHigh School Diploma or GED Current Early Childhood Professional Credential Level II or higher in Version 3.0.
Experience Requirements
- 1-2 years' teaching experience preferred.
Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training
- CPR and First Aid Certification must be current or acquired within one month of hire.
- Must receive clearance from state and federal fingerprinting, and child abuse reporting background check.
- Must complete 15 hours of required pre-service trainings and courses before working with children.
- Valid driver's license with \"clean\" driving record.
Early Childhood Teacher
The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.
Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use:
Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.
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Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.Job Summary
Are you a certified early childhood educator who is looking for a fresh, new opportunity? The City of Fort Collins is looking for an Early Childhood Teacher to lead our state-licensed preschool program for children ages three to five at the Northside Aztlan Community Center. This is a full-time, fully benefited position that is supported by a fellow early childhood teacher, one to two in-class teaching assistants and an Early Learning Coordinator who is close by and ready to help.
In-class teaching days follow a Monday/Wednesday/Friday (4-year old class) or Tuesday/Thursday (3-year old class) schedule. Non-teaching days are spent supporting the additional classes running and have dedicated time for collaboration, curriculum development and lesson planning. Curriculum resources and guidelines are provided by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood. While most work falls during Monday - Friday business hours, there will occasionally be evening or weekend family engagement activities.
What are we looking for in our Early Childhood Teacher? Early Childhood Lead Teacher certification, preferably through PDIS (Level III or higher in 2.0 or Level II or higher in 3.0). At least 1-2 years of similar lead teaching experience. Ability and desire to mentor and mold their teaching assistants. And compliance with the requirements listed below.
We anticipate interviews taking place in early April with a start date of mid to late May.
This position will find encouragement and connection with the Recreation Department and the community of the City of Fort Collins. We would love for you to apply!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.
Active supervision of children including regular participation and attendance counts.Act as the Lead Teacher in the Funtime PreK and/or Preschool Classes during the school year and in Funtime Adventures during the Summer. Act as the Lead Teacher in the preschool readiness and enrichment activities classes as assigned.Greet children and parents in a friendly manner; conduct daily health screens and electronic check-in/out process.Plan and instruct daily developmentally appropriate lesson plans utilizing the Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines which include but are not not limited to science, math, reading, indoor/outdoor games, crafts, dramatic play, music, and cooking.Prepare for and clean up following class/camp activities. Treat all children with care and respect in all interactions, including behavior guidance and classroom management strategies.Responsible for general maintenance of classroom/camp space and informing supervisors of missing and/or damaged equipment.Plans safe, fun walking field trips during summer camp seasons.Responsible for class/camp supply and equipment inventory, and requesting materials based on available budgets as needed.May be required to drive 15 passenger vans to transport children.Attend regular staff and department meetings as needed.Represent the City with a positive, professional, and healthy demeanor at all times.
Management Responsibilities
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