Center Assistant

• A High School Diploma/Equivalent and relative experience - $17.48/hour
• Preschool CDA or Level II Credential - $19.18/hour
• Colorado Director Qualification/ PDIS Level 3 Credential - $20.15/hour
• Colorado Director Qualification/ PDIS Level 3 and 12 ECE credit hours - $21.15/hour
• Associate Degree in ECE or Related Field - $22.20/hour (AA + 24 credit hours in ECE)

Required:

• HS diploma or equivalent

• Must obtain CDA Qualification or equivalent within 2 years of employment.

• Experience working with groups of children up to age 5, preferably in an educational or childcare setting

• Must obtain and maintain adult/infant CPR and first aid certification within the first year of employment.

• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, TB risk assessment, drug test (including marijuana), and background check in accordance with the Office of Head Start Performance Standards and Childcare Licensing. (Physical examination and TB test thereafter as required).

• Must have access to reliable transportation and if using a personal vehicle, must maintain minimum liability insurance as determined by the State of Colorado.

Preferred:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other language relevant to the community served)