Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.

Location: US:CO:LAFAYETTE

School: Lafayette Elementary

Position Title: Preschool Enrichment Staff

Position Start Date:  December 2, 2024

Position Type: Non-Represented

FTE: 0.375 - 15 hours per week - Temporary through 5/22/2025

Work Schedule: 185 Days

Pay Range:*$17.44 - $18.88 

Closing Date: November 21, 2024

Our People Are Our Strength in BVSD

Summary:

The Preschool Enrichment Staff level employee provides classroom based enrichment support to the Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor of the Preschool Enrichment program. The Staff level employee assists the team in the implementation of a developmentally appropriate child care enrichment program while following Colorado Department of Early Childhood rules and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in implementing a developmentally appropriate child care program that is aligned to the Early Childhood Education curriculum and provides students with academic and social-emotional enrichment opportunities.
• Assist in the daily operation of the program
• Ensure the safety of children, monitoring staff-to-child ratio, tracking children at all times, effectively handling student discipline by establishing and maintaining clear, consistent and fair limits on children's behavior and implementing and maintaining positive guidance and discipline techniques set by the program.
• Create a warm, friendly and cooperative environment in which children and families feel comfortable and secure.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with licensing guidelines set by the Colorado Department of Human Services Office of Early Childhood, local County Health Department and School District policies and procedures.
• Participate in trainings, workshops, and professional development opportunities for ongoing learning.
• Remain current on all required trainings and total number of training hours required by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood.
• Work collaboratively as an integral member of the Preschool Enrichment child care programs and as a member of the Community Schools department.
• Communicate positively and effectively regarding student needs, progress and challenges with other staff and supervisors.
• Maintain confidentiality and a high level of ethical behavior and professionalism.
• Maintain positive working relationships with school personnel.
• Utilize computer and software applications for at least taking attendance, required trainings, and timesheets.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must meet or exceed the education and experience requirements for Staff Aide as established by the Colorado Department of Human Services (Rule 7.702.44D as of 1/17/19).
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds to assist children in toileting along with delegated health care duties.
• Minimum of one year experience in Preschool Child Care.
• Complete and submitted BVSD online application
• Communicate (read, write and speak) in English

Preferred:

• General knowledge of young children.
• Knowledge and skill in classroom management tools, including supporting children with special needs.
• Ability to mentor, communicate orally and written, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse educational backgrounds.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Technology and computer proficiency in multiple software applications-(Google).

Salary Information:

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSD or current BVSD employees that are new to the employee group (existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule). BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended. 

Application and Selection Procedure:

• External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
• Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
• If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination. 

Benefits & Eligibility:

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

• Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• EcoPass

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html