Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teacher

Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Teacher Hiring Range:

$3,938

• $4,432 monthly About the

Position:

The City of Grand Junction is accepting applications for an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teacher for the City of Grand Junction's Child Care Facility (GJ Little Learners). GJ Little Learners opened in 2022 to serve as an employer-based early childhood education facility. We are looking for a dedicated, creative, hard-working person to join our team who share the passion of educating our young children. As an Early Childhood Education Teacher you will oversee an ECE classroom including adhering to childcare standards and regulations, fostering an educational and nurturing childcare setting, and maintaining the highest childcare standards. Our facility is part of the Colorado Shines program, earning a Level 4 rating in 2024. About the

Facility:

The City of Grand Junction is honored to have a Early Childhood Education Facility meeting the needs of our City's employees and families. Due to the variety of schedules our employees work, the operational hours of the facility are Monday

• Friday from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm.

Members of the GJ Little Learners faculty and staff are united by their 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.

What You'll Do:

Develop and implement age-appropriate curricula and services for children six (6) weeks to six (6) years of age to provide a safe and effective learning environment. Maintain ongoing, open communication with parents, guardians, and caregivers. Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of classroom and facility equipment. Enforce and monitor childcare compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and safety regulations related to the Office of Early Childhood. Serve as a liaison to supervisory staff, employees, the general public, childcare families, advisory groups, and other groups. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level. To view the full job description, click here .

What We're Looking For:

Two (2) years of experience in the coordination or implementation of recreational or childcare programs. Must meet appropriate Early Childhood Teacher requirements/qualifications and provide all documentation as required by the State of Colorado's Department of Human Services (7.702.44) upon hire. Ability to meet the Toddler Program Staff requirements outlined in the Code of Colorado Regulations

• Child Care Facility Licensing (12 CCR 2509-8) Section 7.

702.45 C(1) 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. This position is a safety position, which means you will be subject to random drug screens due to the nature of the work performed. 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

City Employee Health Clinic:

The City is committed to supporting the health and well-being of employees and their families. Our near-site Sage Health & Wellness Center offers free or low-cost healthcare services for employees and dependents enrolled in a City health plan. Services include preventive care, health assessments and coaching, treatment for common illnesses, lab services, physical therapy, a medical massage therapist, and behavioral health counseling. The clinic also offers wellness programs, challenges, and classes that empower employees and their families to stay healthy and thrive. Explore the

Area:

Grand Junction, Colorado, is the key access point 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 was named for the convergence of the Gunnison River and Colorado River. Over 1.5 million acres of public lands connect the area's alpine terrain with the dramatic high desert, nourished by powerful rivers that sustain the vibrant agriculture industry. Opportunities for outdoor adventures are abundant in every season due to the year-round temperate climate. Home to "Nature's Trifecta," Grand Junction is surrounded by the Colorado National Monument

• a mini-Grand Canyon, Rattlesnake Arches
• the second-largest concentration of natural arches in the world, and the Grand Mesa
• the largest flat-top mountain in the world.

Agritourism, art and history, boutique shopping, and trendy restaurants complement the outdoor recreation scene. With a population over 160,000 in Mesa County (over 70,000 within the City limits), Grand Junction has all the city amenities you expect with a hometown atmosphere that is friendly and comfortable. See Visit Grand Junction for more information. 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 970.244.1512.