GrandKids Child Care Center

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Summary:

Fills in for regularly scheduled teachers in their absence. Provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for the children.

Child care may be available at a discounted rate.

Work Schedule: Full Time Days (40 hours/week)

Responsibilities:

Fills in for classroom teachers in their absence and assists in classrooms as needed. Provides child care in the assigned classroom. Initiates appropriate learning opportunities and one-on-one interactions. Maintains flexible schedule.
Maintains an organized and clean environment. Communicates with staff regarding classrooms and parents.
Communicates with parents daily; uses the communication app to inform parents of daily happenings. Answers parent questions and concerns.
May assist with meal preparation and delivery, stocking, clean-up, sanitizing, assisting with field trips and other duties as assigned.
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements:

Minimum Required Education: Qualified Assistant Early Childhood Teacher per Child Care Licensing.

Required Licensure/Certification: For YVMC GrandKids program only: American Red Cross First Aid/CPR within 6 months of hire. To be tracked at the department: Medication Administration certification within 6 months of hire. Preferred: Valid driver’s license.

Minimum Experience: Per State of Colorado regulations for Assistant Early Childhood Teacher.

The pay range for this position is: $18.54 - $24.10 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

An annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon organizational and individual performance.

UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical, dental and vision coverage; retirement plans; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; and a full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance. Our employees and their family members have full access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes up to 5 free counseling visits and work/life solutions, such as one free legal consultation. In addition, other emotional counseling support is available depending upon their need.

At UCHealth, we do things differently

We believe in something different: a focus on the individuality of every person. In big ways and small, we exist to improve the extraordinary lives of all those we serve. As Colorado’s largest and most innovative health care system, we as a team deliver on the commitment to provide the best possible experience for our patients and their families. We foster a true human connection and give people the freedom to live extraordinary lives. A career at UCHealth is more than a job, it’s a passion.



Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth, we’ll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful career. There’s no limits to your potential here.

Summary:

Provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for the children 12 months to 3 years.

Child care may be available at a discounted rate.

Work Schedule: Full Time Days (32 hours/week)

Responsibilities:

Plans and executes an age appropriate curriculum.
Maintains an effective relationship and open communication with other staff, parents and departments.
Organizes and maintains the assigned classroom.
Provides direction to Assistant Teachers.
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements:

Minimum Required Education: Qualified Early Childhood Teacher per Child Care Licensing.

Required Licensure/Certification: For YVMC GrandKids program only: American Red Cross First Aid/CPR within 6 months of hire. To be tracked at the department: Medication Administration certification within 6 months of hire. Preferred: Valid driver's license.

Minimum Experience: Per State of Colorado regulations for Early Childhood Teacher.

The pay range for this position is: $18.54 - $24.10 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

An annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon organizational and individual performance.

UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical, dental and vision coverage; retirement plans; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; and a full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance. Our employees and their family members have full access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes up to 5 free counseling visits and work/life solutions, such as one free legal consultation. In addition, other emotional counseling support is available depending upon their need.

At UCHealth, we do things differently

We believe in something different: a focus on the individuality of every person. In big ways and small, we exist to improve the extraordinary lives of all those we serve. As Colorado’s largest and most innovative health care system, we as a team deliver on the commitment to provide the best possible experience for our patients and their families. We foster a true human connection and give people the freedom to live extraordinary lives. A career at UCHealth is more than a job, it’s a passion.



Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth, we’ll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful career. There’s no limits to your potential here.

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www.careers.uchealth.org/job/51026/Early-Childhood-Teacher

Facility: Yampa Valley Medical Center- Steamboat Springs, CO
Department: GrandKids

Summary:

Provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for the children.



Work Schedule: Full Time Days (32 hours/week)



Responsibilities:

Plans and executes an age appropriate curriculum.
Maintains an effective relationship and open communication with other staff, parents and departments.
Organizes and maintains the assigned classroom.
Provides direction to Assistant Teachers.
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements:

Minimum Required Education: Qualified Early Childhood Teacher per Child Care Licensing.

Required Licensure/Certification: For YVMC GrandKids program only: American Red Cross First Aid/CPR within 6 months of hire. To be tracked at the department: Medication Administration certification within 6 months of hire. Preferred: Valid driver's license.

Minimum Experience: Per State of Colorado regulations for Early Childhood Teacher.

The pay range for this position is: $18.54 - $24.10 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

An annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon organizational and individual performance.

UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical, dental and vision coverage; retirement plans; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; and a full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance. Our employees and their family members have full access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes up to 5 free counseling visits and work/life solutions, such as one free legal consultation. In addition, other emotional counseling support is available depending upon their need.

At UCHealth, we do things differently

We believe in something different: a focus on the individuality of every person. In big ways and small, we exist to improve the extraordinary lives of all those we serve. As Colorado’s largest and most innovative health care system, we as a team deliver on the commitment to provide the best possible experience for our patients and their families. We foster a true human connection and give people the freedom to live extraordinary lives. A career at UCHealth is more than a job, it’s a passion.



Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth, we’ll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful career. There’s no limits to your potential here.



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UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

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Letter: GrandKids program helped spark intergenerational programs across America The Nov. 16 article, “GrandKids Child Care Center Celebrates 40 Years” was of great interest to me. Congratulations to GrandKids on this milestone.

https://careers.uchealth.org/job/UCHDA005N53415

Summary:

Experience preferred, but not required.
Assists in providing age appropriate activities and curriculum. Provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for the children.

Work Schedule: Full Time Days (35 hours/week)

Responsibilities:

Provides appropriate curriculum and activities for the classroom.
Assists with activities including meals, diapering, and age-appropriate learning activities. Maintains organization and cleanliness of environment.
Assists with communicating to parents daily and uses the communication app to inform parents of daily happenings.
Partners with teachers to ensure quality interactions with the children.
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements:

Minimum Required Education: Qualified Teacher Aide within one week of hire. Qualified Assistant Early Childhood Teacher per Child Care Licensing within one month of hire.

Required Licensure/Certification: For YVMC GrandKids program only: American Red Cross First Aid/CPR within 6 months of hire. To be tracked at the department: Medication Administration certification within 6 months of hire. Preferred: Valid driver’s license.

Minimum Experience: None required.

GrandKids is happy to be partnering with the Fatherhood Program of Routt County to offer a parenting workshop. All parents are welcome!