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Job Title: Childcare Program Teacher

FLSA Status: Part Time - non-exempt
Reports to: Corps Officer

Schedule: Varies, 25hrs/week

Supervises: n/a

Rate of Pay: $20.50 /hr

Closing Date: 6/16/2026

Benefits: Standard; Part-Time, Non-Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following:

• Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire; sick time accrual is pro-rated for part-time hours.)
• Vacation benefit – 10 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0385 hours for each hour worked, excluding overtime (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment; vacation accrual is pro-rated for part time hours.)
• Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service) with at least 21 hours worked per week.

Function

OVERVIEW: The Childcare Program Lead oversees and cares for approximately 25 children in a childcare environment. Child safety and personal participation are essential to the duties of this position. The Childcare Program Leader oversees after-school and summer day camp programming for school-aged children and supports the daily operations of the program. This includes setting up and breaking down daily activities, facilitating games and activities, enforcing rules, maintaining state licensing standards, communicating with parents in person, by phone, and via email, and communicating daily responsibilities by the Program Director, depending on the program's needs and the strength of the Program Leader. The Childcare Program Lead will assist with transportation when required during the program.

SPECIFICS: The specifics of this position involve assisting the childcare director of the Broomfield Corps with the childcare program. In this position, you will begin by undergoing training and screening to meet the state of Colorado's licensing standards and requirements. Meeting the state of Colorado licensing standards and requirements will be completed after working with children in the childcare program. During the childcare program, you will assist the childcare director with scheduling activities, snacks, games, field trips, enforcing rules, and supervising school-aged children. This position will be scheduled from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. during ASP and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Duties and Responsibilities

• This position is required to be a mandatory reporter.
• Be a positive role model for school-aged children.
• Maintain all state licensing standards and The Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Assist the Director and additional Program Leader in planning and implementing activities.
• Lead a group of school-aged children with the assistance of another Program Leader, Program Aide or under the supervision of the Program Director.
• Facilitate activities including but not limited to group games, arts and crafts, STEM, and active play.
• Take attendance of children after and after each transition.
• Implement program rules and discipline strategies. Encourage good behavior.
• Monitor and manage participant behavior during travel and in public while on field trips.
• Maintain an environment where all children feel safe.
• Fill out incident, behavior, notice or concern, and such reports as needed.
• Assist with participant drop off and pick up by checking the participant pick up list and verifying parent/guardian identification.
• Maintain confidentiality of all participant files.
• Communicate with parents/guardians. They include but are not limited to providing information about plans for the following day, informing about any injuries or behavior issues, answering questions or concerns, and giving insight into their child’s day.
• Supervise school-aged children during field trips.
• Assist with food preparation, serving, and clean up.
• Perform set up and clean up for the day. We are including but not limited to sweeping, cleaning tables and chairs, putting away activity supplies, cleaning toys, taking out trash, and cleaning bathrooms.
• Report all issues or concerns to the Program Director.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education, Experience, Skills, Qualifications

GENERAL

The incumbent must be

• Able to demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and can motivate others.
• Mature and able to work with key employees and supervisory staff, working under minimum supervision.
• Able to take initiative.
• Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Capable of maintaining a high level of integrity and confidentiality
• Detail-oriented, accurate, and precise, and maintain accurate filing systems.
• Capable of handling and controlling multiple projects
• Demonstrate a strong “team player” attitude and a passion for those served.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Able to type at least 45 wpm and use other office equipment. Computer proficient, effective in the use and implementation of Microsoft Office, which includes Word and Excel
• Excellent written and communication skills in English (Spanish is also desirable), including spelling and grammar skills
• Ability to maintain a cheerful and positive attitude under periods of stress, and in helping “negative” people
• Willingness to work as a “team player” in the staff environment. A desire to work in partnership with staff for the good of the whole office in a positive and upbeat manner
• Well-organized, self-motivated, capable of organizing and completing duties with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of The Salvation Army practices and organization desirable
• Background Check
  • Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check that is processed in accordance with The Salvation Army’s policies.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to maneuver.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position.
• Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects such as files and file cabinet drawers and reach overhead.
• Ability to operate telephone.
• Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer.
• Ability to lift to 35 lbs. (usually file and food boxes)
• Ability to access and produce information from a computer.
• Ability to understand written information.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the position's essential duties with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the position's physical requirements. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation is reasonable and undue hardships will not result.

A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.