Early Childhood Teacher Aide (Seasonal) - CITY OF GRAND JUNCTION : Job Details

Salary: $16.50 - $18.50 HourlyLocation : Grand Junction, COJob Type: SeasonalJob Number: 202401617Department: Parks and RecreationOpening Date: 01/01/2025Closing Date: ContinuousDescriptionEARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AIDE (SEASONAL)HIRING RANGE: $16.50 - $18.50 PER HOURAbout the Position:Join the growing population of the City of Grand Junction as an Early Childhood Education Aide at the City's Child Care Facility. We are looking for a dedicated, creative, hard-working person to join our team members that share the passion a educating our young children. Under the supervision of the Child Care Facility Director and guidance of the Early Childhood Education Teacher, supervise and provide oversight of the childcare facility classroom while adhering to childcare standards and regulations; assist with the planning and implementation of daily classroom lesson plans; ensure a clean, safe, and supportive environment for children; communicate with parents/guardians and facility staff to improve children's experience and learning objectives.What We Offer:We know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce. Of equal importance, we offer an opportunity to serve the community you love and live in. Our employees find their work rewarding and fulfilling, knowing that their day job makes a positive impact. About the Facility:The City of Grand Junction is excited to have our Child Care Facility open and meeting the needs of our City's employees and families. Due to the variety of schedules our employees work, the operational hours will be Monday - Friday from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm. Members of the Child Care Facility faculty and staff will be united by a passion to ensure a safe, happy, and stimulating environment. This innovative facility will focus on creating a world of learning, joy, and adventure for the children and employees of the City of Grand Junction.About Our Culture:At the City of Grand Junction, we lead the way with continuous improvement, collaborative partnerships, and exemplary service. Our core values are demonstrated by our willingness to challenge the status quo, ability to work together using all areas of expertise to achieve a common goal, and commitment to fulfilling the needs of our community through thoughtful interactions. We welcome new employees who share and embody our Core Values. DutiesWhat You'll Do:

• Assist with the implementation of age-appropriate curricula and services for children six (6) weeks to six (6) years of age to provide a safe and effective learning environment; define and communicate appropriate limits and boundaries for students; conduct ongoing developmental evaluations of children; ensure smooth transitions between activities.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of classroom and facility equipment; Organize classroom materials, clean and sanitize all surfaces and floors, launder bedding and linens, ensure the classroom is safe and in a good standing condition.

• Enforce and monitor childcare compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and safety regulations related to the Office of Early Childhood; communicate and enforce all City, department, and facility policies and procedures.
• Maintain ongoing, open communication with Early Childhood Education Teachers, parents, guardians, and caregivers; collaborate with children's families to facilitate participation and address behavioral or learning concerns.
• Serve as a liaison to Early Childhood Education Teachers, supervisory staff, employees, the general public, childcare families, advisory groups, and other groups; attend all assigned trainings, meetings, and special committees; represent the childcare facility and provide professional guidance related to childcare programming as needed.

• Maintain records and develop reports concerning the childcare facility and program effectiveness; manage records for registrations and fees collected; maintain and file accident reports; prepare usage reports, as required.

• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

To view the full job description, please click QualificationsThis position is a safety sensitive position, which means you will be subject to random drug screens due to the nature of the work performed. What We Are Looking For:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Applicants must be able to successfully pass a drug screen, background check, and, if required for the specific position, a physical examination.
• Be willing to attend all required trainings and certifications to obtain the ability to work in a childcare setting as required by the State of Colorado.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver's license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid CPR/First Aid certificate.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.Notice to Applicants:In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, we kindly request that you do not include the dates of your education to include years of attendance or graduation on your application, resume or attachments. Supplemental InformationExplore the Area: Grand Junction, Colorado is the gateway to the mountains and canyonlands of western Colorado and eastern Utah. Centrally located between Denver, CO (250 miles east) and Salt Lake City, UT (270 miles west), Grand Junction is surrounded by 1.2 million acres of public land. Residents enjoy world-class whitewater rafting on the Colorado and Green Rivers, golfing, fishing, skiing and snowboarding, and exploring mountain bike and hiking trails through the Colorado National Monument and the Grand Mesa National Forest. Grand Junction has a robust downtown and hosts multiple art, music, food, and market events annually. With a population of over 150,000 in Mesa County (65,000 within the City limits) we have many of the big town amenities without the big town stresses such as traffic and trail congestion. With an average of 245 days of sunshine, Grand Junction is the perfect place to work and play. Learn more about on Visit Grand Junction's and !At the City of Grand Junction, we proudly operate as an Equal Opportunity Employer, purposely building an inclusive workforce representative of various cultures, perspectives, and experiences. We believe in respect for all and do not discriminate based on hair, race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.If you have any questions or need assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources office at 970.###.####. In addition to their paychecks, seasonal employees of the City of Grand Junction receive the following benefits: Paid Sick Time: Employees accrue Paid Sick Time at the rate of one (1) hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year. Accrual begins on the employee's date of hire. Paid Sick Time may be used for reasons related to mental or physical illness, injury, or health conditions. Unused Sick Time will be paid out upon separation of employment. Parks & Recreation Benefits: Seasonal employees are eligible for Aquatics benefits if they work an average of 10 hours per week. Employees and their immediate family members may purchase a $25 annual Aquatics pass for use of the Lincoln Park-Moyer Pool and Orchard Mesa Pool. Paid Time Off: Seasonal employees working more than 1040 hours in the previous season accrue eight (8) hours of PTO at the beginning of their second season and accrue eight (8) additional hours with each season worked, up to a maximum of 40 hours. Balances do not carry over from year to year and, if not used, will be paid to the employee at the end of the season.Employee Assistance Program: Confidential, short-term counseling and referral system for employees.457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings Account: Seasonal employees who work over 1040 hours per year are eligible to participate in this tax deferred retirement savings plan. Grand Junction Federal Credit Union: Offers checking and savings accounts, loans, mortgages, etc. Call them at (970) ###-#### or visit them at 633 24 Road, Grand Junction, CO 8150. Health Club: Crossroads Fitness Center offers City employees and their family members corporate club rates.An Award-Winning Wellness Incentive Program: A program developed by the Wellness Committee to incentivize financial, physical, and mental health, an opportunity to earn savings on health insurance premiums, departmental wellness challenges and more!Health Insurance: Part-time seasonal employees are not eligible for City paid health insurance but may be eligible for health care coverage through the Affordable Health Care Act. You can find more information regarding these plans by going to