Intern - Early Childhood Teacher; Termed

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• Be part of a collaborative, supportive team in a positive work environment
• Make a real impact in the Aspen community through meaningful public service
• Enjoy flexible schedules and a collaborative, supportive team environment
• Access generous paid time off, holidays, and wellness bonuses
• Take advantage of free or discounted transportation around Aspen and the Valley
• Grow your skills with professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Protect your health with medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs
• Earn monetary wellness bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Intern - Early Childhood Teacher
Department: Kids First
Classification: Non-Exempt, Termed (Full-Time position, up to one year)

Hiring Range: $24.05/hour - $27.06/hour
Salary Range: $24.05/hour - $36.08/hour

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Posting-Intern - Early Childhood Teacher

Position Summary: The Internship is a learning position, training and coursework are required for completion of the term. Provides substituting, and release time for licensed childcare staff providers consistent with the organization’s values and mission statement. The program typically runs between six (6) and nine (9) months, and may extend up to twelve (12) months depending on completion of requirements and program needs.

Supervision Exercised and Received: Position works under the general supervision of the Kids First Co‑manager of Programming.

Training:

• Completes all required trainings to earn Early Childhood Teacher Credential 2.0 within designated timeframe.
• Co‑creates and follows a professional development plan including observations and reflections, to earn the ECT credential.
• Disseminates information and promotes Kids First services and programs.

Substituting:

• Substitutes in licensed early childhood education programs in Pitkin County, serving children ages 6 weeks to 5 years according to priorities approved by Kids First.
• Responsibilities include lifting children, diaper changing, indoor and outdoor activities, quality interactions with young children, classroom cleaning, and effective communication with directors, teaching teams and City staff.
• Responsibilities may also include food preparation, toileting, hand washing, and caring for ill children until parents arrive. Travel to childcare programs in Pitkin County is required.

Coordination:

• Helps to coordinate the substitute schedule with the Early Childhood Teacher on staff who is responsible for all scheduling. This coordination may include communicating with childcare directors and teachers.
• Includes maintaining communication with Kids First staff.

Administrative:

• Assists Early Childhood teacher in maintaining records for accurate billing and demonstrated need for substitutes in licensed childcare programs. Assists with administrative duties in the Kids First office when required.
• Attends Kids First staff meetings and other training as required.

City Organizational Values:

• Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values:
  Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while…