Child care teacher jobs in Aurora, CO

About the role: At Clayton Early Learning, we are dedicated to fostering a dynamic, inclusive environment that supports the growth and development of young children. As an Associate Teacher, you will play a vital role in the support of a classroom at Clayton year-round. You'll have the opportunity to work with diverse teams and interact with multiple children to create successful learning and family outcomes. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to be part of a team that's making a difference, we encourage you to apply today! Who we are: Clayton Early Learning is a leading nonprofit dedicated to providing children from birth to five with an exceptional start and empowering families for lifelong success. We directly serve 500 children annually through our school, home-based programs, and community partnership sites. As a proud member of the Educare Learning Network, we are deeply committed to the whole-child, whole-family approach and to high quality early childhood education. Our unique location on a 20-acre historic campus in Denver is the foundation for our strategic vision to become a thriving neighborhood center to serve the community more fully, addressing needs including food security and health care access. We know that our future rests in the hands of the youngest generation and that the experiences of inclusion and belonging they have in early childhood make a lasting impression that remains well into their adult lives. Our team of over 125 dedicated professionals works in a supportive environment of collaboration, innovation, and personal growth. The atmosphere is not just about work; it's about building a community where individuals are valued, supported, and empowered to reach their fullest potential. At Clayton, we believe that a great place to work isn't just about the job but the people who create success together. What we want you to do: Teach in an infant/toddler or preschool classrooms as needed in a professional manner by actively participating as a teacher in classrooms as assigned Provide support to classroom teachers in execution of classroom duties and student engagement Assist in the supervision of 8-16 students with the classroom which may include some students with disabilities and or behavioral difficulties Follow the Conscious Discipline model for effective teaching and learning Effectively implement Educare's core features within the classroom Strongly adhere to the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct Provide routine care for students such as changing diapers or assisting with toileting Participate in the serving and clean-up of meals and snacks Eat meals and snacks together "family style" with the students Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the quality of Clayton Educare education programs What you must have: Education: Must possess a level 2 certification in the PDIS system AND have completed ECE 101 and ECE 103 OR have a EQIT Certification Experience: Previous experience working in early childhood education or a related field is preferred Skills: Pediatric first aid, CPR, experience working with young children, knowledge of child development principles, ability to use technology in a professional setting, including Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, and other software and applications required by the role Background Check: Must be able to pass a background check, including CBI/FBI fingerprinting, motor vehicle/driving record (MVR), CO state child abuse and neglect registry check, a national sex offender registry check, and reference checks. Other: Ability to work flexible hours, valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance The perks: 16+ paid company holidays Spring Break and Winter Break - up to 10 paid days off Accrued vacation time, starting at 10 days per year up to 30 days per year, based on years of service Paid sick time Medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage Life, AD&D insurance Mental health support through our medical coverage and our employee assistance program (EAP) Long-term disability coverage 401(k) with 5% employer match after 1 year of employment FSA plans College 529 investment plans Identify theft and protection plans Compensation: $18.00-$20.00 per hour Clayton's Core Values: At Clayton Early Learning, we believe that our core values help to drive actions and create habits that allow our belief in the unlimited potential of young children to become a reality. We seek candidates who demonstrate our core values and are motivated by a values-driven environment. Collaboration builds trust and relationships and brings new ideas, skills, and knowledge to help us do better work. Community fosters belonging, resiliency, stability, and strength. We are committed to creating a caring, trauma-informed, professional community at Clayton and to being a positive member of the many communities we partner with and serve. Fun reduces stress, keeps us motivated, builds connections, and models for our children the joy that can come with learning and working together. Growth allows us to develop as professionals and to provide the best services we can to the children, families, and educators we serve. Stewardship enables us to have the greatest impact we can with the resources we have. Clayton Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of physical or mental disability, race, creed, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, marriage to a co-worker, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, legal off-duty conduct, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.