Sargent Early Learning Center

12/04/2025

Due to hazardous weather and road conditions, the Sargent School District will be operating on a TWO-HOUR DELAY on Thursday, December 4, 2025. As we follow the District scheduling school will start at 10 AM.

08/12/2024

We have a few more openings available for full-time and part-time starting immediately. Please contact us at 719-852-5214 or [email protected] for more information.

07/16/2024

HUGE congratulations to the teachers and staff for attaining another 5 star rating through Colorado Shines. This is the highest rating attainable for early childhood centers in the state of Colorado. This rating system assures that a program:
1. Supports children’s health and safety.
2. Ensures staff are well trained and effective.
3. Provides a supportive learning environment that teaches children new skills.
4. Helps parents become partners and their child’s learning.
5. Demonstrates good leadership and business practices.

07/10/2024

We are still looking for ONE more lead teacher for next year! Please share with anyone you may know looking for an Early Childhood Teaching Position!

SELC Is hiring for a lead teacher beginning in the fall of 2024. Lead teacher salary begins at $22,000 per year depending on experience and PDIS level.
The lead teacher must hold a minimum of a level 2 in PDIS and must have the ability to be flexible, open to learning, and to take on new tasks/problems as they occur. He/she must also be able to pass the CBI/FBI/TRAILS background checks.
Benefits include paid holidays, sick pay, vacation time, and a simple IRA.
Learn more about the SELC at https://sargentearlylearning.wixsite.com/selc/programs.
To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]. Position open until filled.

05/13/2024

SELC Is hiring for a lead teacher beginning in the fall of 2024. Lead teacher salary begins at $22,000 per year depending on experience and PDIS level.

The lead teacher must hold a minimum of a level 2 in PDIS and must have the ability to be flexible, open to learning, and to take on new tasks/problems as they occur. He/she must also be able to pass the CBI/FBI/TRAILS background checks.

Benefits include paid holidays, sick pay, vacation time, and a simple IRA.

Learn more about the SELC at https://sargentearlylearning.wixsite.com/selc/programs.

To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]. Position open until filled.

05/01/2024

Sargent Early Learning Center is now accepting applications for all age groups (from 12 months to pre-kindergarten) for fall of 2024! Please fill out the pre-registration form at https://schools.mybrightwheel.com/sign-in?redirect_path=forms/f845a294-e7c4-4928-9cc9-c4babcd107a6/self-service. If your child is 3 or over, please also fill out the UPK application at https://upk.colorado.gov. Please call us at 719-852-5214 or email us at [email protected] with any questions.

02/14/2024

The Sargent Early Learning Center (SELC) in Monte Vista, CO is hiring an Executive Director for the 2024-2025 school year! The SELC is a nonprofit childcare center that offers daycare and preschool programs. The Executive Director is responsible for providing a developmentally appropriate program for children ages 12 months to 5 years old, program accountability, financial management of the SELC, staff development, and parental involvement activities. The successful applicant will have the following qualifications:
Large center director level qualification
Minimum of an AA, BA preferred
Knowledge and experience in working in early childhood education
Knowledge and experience in staff development and leadership
Ability to work closely as a team player with staff, parents, and the community
Previous experience with grant writing, grant management, and financial management preferred
Ability to be flexible, open to learning, and to take on new tasks/problems as they occur
Knowledge of State Licensing and Colorado Shines Rating
Must be able to pass CBI/FBI/TRAILS background checks.
Salary starts at $35,000 per year dependent upon qualifications and experiences.
Benefits include paid holidays, sick pay, vacation time, and a simple IRA.
Learn more about the SELC at https://sargentearlylearning.wixsite.com/selc/programs.
To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]. Position open until filled, but applications received by March 15th will receive priority.

06/21/2023

We are still looking for one more person to join our team this fall- start date August 1st!

SELC Is hiring for the following positions: Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher.
Lead Teacher salary begins at 21,000 per year depending on experience and PDIS level.
Assistant Teacher salary starts at 20,000 per year depending on PDIS level and experience.
Ability to be flexible, open to learning, and to take on new tasks/problems as they occur
Must be able to pass CBI/FBI/TRAILS background checks.
Benefits include paid holidays, sick pay, vacation time, and a simple IRA.
Learn more about the SELC at https://sargentearlylearning.wixsite.com/selc/programs.
To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]. Position open until filled.

04/26/2023

SELC Is hiring for the following positions: Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher.
Lead Teacher salary begins at 21,000 per year depending on experience and PDIS level.
Assistant Teacher salary starts at 20,000 per year depending on PDIS level and experience.
Ability to be flexible, open to learning, and to take on new tasks/problems as they occur
Must be able to pass CBI/FBI/TRAILS background checks.
Benefits include paid holidays, sick pay, vacation time, and a simple IRA.
Learn more about the SELC at https://sargentearlylearning.wixsite.com/selc/programs.
To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]. Position open until filled.

04/26/2023

The Sargent Early Learning Center (SELC) in Monte Vista, CO is hiring an Executive Director! The SELC is a nonprofit childcare center that offers daycare and preschool programs. The Executive Director is responsible for providing a developmentally appropriate program for children ages 12 months to 5 years old, program accountability, financial management of the SELC, staff development, and parental involvement activities. The successful applicant will have the following qualifications:
Large center director level qualification
Minimum of an AA, BA preferred
Knowledge and experience in working in early childhood education
Knowledge and experience in staff development and leadership
Ability to work closely as a team player with staff, parents, and the community
Previous experience with grant writing, grant management, and financial management preferred
Ability to be flexible, open to learning, and to take on new tasks/problems as they occur
Knowledge of State Licensing and Colorado Shines Rating
Must be able to pass CBI/FBI/TRAILS background checks.
Salary starts at $35,000 per year dependent upon qualifications and experiences.
Benefits include paid holidays, sick pay, vacation time, and a simple IRA.
Learn more about the SELC at https://sargentearlylearning.wixsite.com/selc/programs.
To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]. Position open until filled.

03/07/2023

The Sargent Early Learning Center (SELC) in Monte Vista, CO is hiring an Executive Director! The SELC is a nonprofit childcare center that offers daycare and preschool programs. The Executive Director is responsible for providing a developmentally appropriate program for children ages 12 months to 5 years old, program accountability, financial management of the SELC, staff development, and parental involvement activities. The successful applicant will have the following qualifications:

Large center director level qualification

Minimum of an AA, BA preferred

Knowledge and experience in working in early childhood education

Knowledge and experience in staff development and leadership

Ability to work closely as a team player with staff, parents, and the community

Previous experience with grant writing, grant management, and financial management preferred

Ability to be flexible, open to learning, and to take on new tasks/problems as they occur

Knowledge of State Licensing and Colorado Shines Rating

Must be able to pass CBI/FBI/TRAILS background checks.

Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experiences.

Benefits include paid holidays, sick pay, vacation time, and a simple IRA.

Learn more about the SELC at https://sargentearlylearning.wixsite.com/selc/programs.

To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]. Position open until filled; applications received by April 7th will receive priority.

02/20/2023

Parents of existing and future kiddos:
Universal Preschool Program is a Colorado program that provides 15 hours of preschool for free to EVERY four year old with no qualifications necessary for the ‘23-‘24 school year!

*Your 3 year old may qualify for 10 hours and a 4 year old can qualify for up to 30 hours if they have a single qualifying factor! If you haven’t already, please go https://upk.Colorado.gov and sign up!!