Associate Teacher, Children’s Discovery Center

Overview

The mission of Laramie County Community College is to transform our students' lives through the power of inspired learning. Our over-arching goal is that our accomplishments as a community college will distinguish LCCC from others in the nation, in turn benefiting our communities and bringing pride to the Great State of Wyoming.  Our core values include Passion, Authenticity, and the Desire to Make a Difference. 

 

A cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position is required. You can upload a cover letter when you create an applicant profile.

• Hours of Work: Monday – Friday 7:30am to 4:30pm (typically). 
• Screening will begin ASAP and continue until the position(s) is filled.
• Start date to be determined, but as soon as practicable after the hiring/interview process

Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time, benefited Classified 4 level position. Starting wage range: $16.59 - $18.75/hourly, depending upon experience.

• Educational Benefits for the employees and dependents
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 15 – 18 Paid Holiday/Closure Days
• Two Paid Personal Days
• Healthcare/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Generous Retirement Benefits - 14.62% Employer Paid/4% Employee Paid
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Onsite Childcare Center
• Professional Development Opportunities

Job Summary: Core responsibilities of this position include:

The Associate Teacher, Children’s Discovery Center position is a full-time benefited position.  The Associate Teacher supports the Teacher in providing a high-quality educational experience that promotes the holistic development of children.  The Associate Teacher contributes to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of classroom activities, helping children achieve developmental milestones.  The focus of this role is to assist in achieving key outcomes related to childcare, child development, classroom management, and family engagement.

 

For information about Cheyenne, visit http://www.lccc.cc.wy.us/about/welcome.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions: – this position is Non-exempt, i.e., is not eligible for compensatory or overtime pay provisions of the FLSA.  This listing of essential duties is not all-inclusive, but representative; other duties may be assigned).

• Assist with maintaining active supervision to ensure the safety and well-being of children by providing constant oversight in all settings—classroom, playground, and during walks—while fostering trust with families and creating a secure environment to minimize the risk of accidents or injuries.
• Aid in supporting children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development through developmentally appropriate activities and lessons, ensuring a strong foundation for future learning.
• Assist the lead teacher to ensure families are well-informed about their children's progress by maintaining effective communication, fostering active participation in their child's learning through regular updates, conferences, and opportunities for classroom involvement.
• Ensure the facility meets high educational standards, supports continuous improvement, and retains NAEYC accreditation by managing and updating accreditation portfolios. Achieve full compliance with center standards and align with state early learning guidelines and regulations.
• Enhance professional development by contributing to staff training sessions, ensuring staff are equipped with current knowledge and skills, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 

Knowledge

• Education and Training – Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
• Office Procedures – Knowledge of office procedures and of spelling, grammar, punctuation and arithmetic.
• Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
• Regulatory Compliance – Knowledge of laws, regulations and standards applicable to the job. Please specify: NAEYC, DFS Licensing
• Sociology a