Childcare Secondary Teacher (54903)

Job DetailsJob Location

• The
• Family
• Center -
• Pueblo,
• CO 81006Position
• Type:
• Full
• TimeEducation
• Level:
• High
• SchoolSalary
• Range: $19.94 - $19.94
• HourlyTravel
• Percentage:
• NegligibleJob
• Shift: DayHealth Solutions is a premier wellness center focused on whole-person care. With over 400 employees in Southern Colorado, you would be joining a mighty team of support and administrative staff, case managers, clinicians, physicians, nurses, and others in our efforts to improve the health and well-being of our community. We’re looking for a Childcare Secondary Teacher to join our team at 1591 Taos Rd Pueblo, CO. What You’d Be Doing In this role, you’ll support a safe, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive learning environment by assisting with curriculum implementation, adapting teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs, and documenting children’s growth through timely anecdotal notes and goal tracking. You’ll engage actively with the classroom team, participate in parent communication, and ensure strict compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and emergency procedures while supervising children attentively across all age groups. Additionally, you’ll help maintain classroom operations through meal assistance, toileting/diapering, cleaning duties, and other responsibilities that support high-quality childcare and center readiness.

Responsibilities

Secondary Teachers are assigned responsibility for several different groups of children throughout the day and to help implement and provide a positive learning environment for children to facilitate the mental, physical, social, and emotional development of children. Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor and the Primary Teachers, the Secondary Teacher is responsible for: Actively participating in all scheduled Team meetings and trainings as required Helping to plan a comprehensive, multi-cultural curriculum to promote the growth and development of all children in their classroom Adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of all children Responsible for the timely completion of Anecdotal Notes Responsible for supporting each child’s individual goals to enhance their learning and development Actively participating in planned parent communication at the guidance of the Primary Teacher Tracking daily attendance and feeding/meals in the agency-supplied classroom management platform Maintaining current knowledge of the center's emergency procedures and able to carry out emergency preparedness, fire, and tornado drills regularly Responsible for maintaining credentials required for the position Adhering to all health, safety, and food handling and sanitation requirements for feeding/meal servicing Providing a developmentally appropriate healthy and safe learning environment for the children in each classroom they are working in Modeling and practicing developmentally appropriate behavior when working with children, families, and staff Responsible for sanitizing all toys and equipment utilized in their classroom or playground, and laundering all linens associated with their classroom items Teaching and participating in diapering and/or toileting for children Participate in feeding/mealtimes Assisting with kitchen duties (preparing snacks, cleaning, etc.), and Outdoor playground and gym maintenance and cleaning Responsible for constant and attentive supervision of all children in their care Flexibility to work with all ages of children from infants to 16 years of age Responsible for handling emergencies such as first aid, parent contacts, etc Following all policies and procedures of Health Solutions Following all Colorado Childcare and Health Department Rules and Regulations Performing other job-related duties assigned by the Site Supervisor or his/her designee Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50 pounds or more Ability to sit on the floor, walk, bend, stand, sit What You’ll Like About Us Competitive pay starting at $19.94 an hour, depending on experience and credentials. Generous benefits package. For most positions, includes paid holidays, generous PTO, EAP, tuition reimbursement, retirement, insurances, FSA, and a premier wellness program Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision, with low deductibles. Also, Wellness benefits program available. HS Funded: EAP, LifeLock, Direct Path, Life and AD&D, LTD Retirement 403(b) with employer match up to 6% Additional Insurance: FSA, Voluntary Life, Sun Life Voluntary benefits, and pet insurance Childcare Flexible work schedule Employee recognitions and celebrations Warm and friendly work environment in which staff respect and learn from one another QualificationsWhat We’re Looking For—The Must-Haves Must be at least 18 years of age Must have a current Child Development Associate Credential CDA or an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or possess a current Early Childhood Professional Credential Level II or higher; or a higher degree from an accredited college or university with major study in Child Development, Child Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Educational Leadership and Administration, Elementary Education, Family and Human Development, Family Studies or Special Education Demonstrated ability to work with children and adults from a wide variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, who are experiencing crisis situations Knowledgeable regarding behavioral health, physical health, and child serving systems Excellent communication skills Valid Colorado driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation during work hours What We’d Like to See in You—The Nice-to-Haves Valid CPR and First-Aid Certification Spanish language skills Large Center Director Qualified Provide a letter of verified experience hours in the care and supervision of four or more children less than eight years of age not related to applicant Health Solutions expects all staff to Adapt to change in the workplace and use change as an opportunity for innovation and creativity. Take ownership of problems, brainstorm problem resolutions, and use sound judgment in selecting solutions to problems, and demonstrate consistent follow through. Possess the job knowledge and skills to perform the fundamental job functions and willingly assume greater responsibility over time regarding the scope of work. Inspire and model collaborative teamwork and Human Kindness; and Demonstrate accommodation, politeness, helpfulness, trust building, appropriate boundaries, and flexibility in customer service. Must already be authorized to work in the US; sponsorships not available.

Closing Date: 08/31/26 | EOE, M/F