Head Start Teacher Associate

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Head Start Teacher Associate

Jefferson County Government Arvada, Colorado, United States

Job Description:

Head Start Teacher Associate

Description

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
07/25/25
Division:
Head Start Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

Do you want a career that fulfills your passions and purpose to make a difference in the lives of not only your students, but their families?


If you answered”yes ” to these questions, Jefferson County Head Start's Teacher Associate position may be what you've been searching for!

The Teacher Associate r oleis a great opportunity if you are:



Check out this video to see what it is like to work at Head Start!

Head Start is a no cost, all-inclusive, child- focused and family-centered preschool program for children ages 3-5. A range of individualized services in the areas of education, early childhood development, medical, dental, mental health, nutrition, family support, and parent education.We strive to provide equitable and inclusive services and support to the diverse community we serve.

The Head Start Teacher Associate will support the Lead Teacher in classroom duties in a classroom of 15-18 children, implementing curriculum, and maintaining compliance with Head Start Performance standards including education, disabilities, parent involvement, nutrition, health and mental health.

Head Start offers opportunities for on-site professional development scheduled during work hours, a team-oriented program that assists you with providing the best service for our families, and individualized coaching.

SCHEDULE:

This position is full time, year-round. Working Monday through Friday, typically 7:15-3:45pm.

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range: $ 20.00 - $23.10 USD Hourly

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.

Staff that are fluent in a language other than English may be eligible for additional compensation of $1,500 annually for use of bi-lingual skills.

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, and more . For more information, click Here for our Total Rewards summary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The Head Start Teacher Associate will be responsible for supporting the Lead Teacher with the following duties:



QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:



Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities :



Additional Job Information:



Perjury Statement : Any applicant who knowingly or willfully makes a false statement of any material fact or thing in the application is guilty of perjury in the second degree as defined in Section 18-8-503, C.R.S., and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished accordingly.

About this Recruitment:

At Jefferson County, we’re always looking to connect with passionate, caring professionals who believe in the mission of Head Start and early childhood education.

While we don’t have any current job openings for this role, we expect to have opportunities for the fall school year - and we’d love to get to know you ahead of time.

As positions become available, we will reach out to schedule first round interviews with the intended hire date of August 11 , 2025. Candidates will be notified when positions become available and if other candidates were selected for the role.

We hope you’ll consider applying for the chance to be part of this amazing program!

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately . All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities



A resume and cover letter submitted with your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal .



For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs

Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us

Education:
GED, High School Diploma
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum one year

Certifications:
CPR/First Aid/AED - State of Colorado
Languages:

Category:
Health & Human Services
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