<span>ECE Skills Instructor</span>

$79,664 - $159,328/Yr

Red Rocks Community College - Lakewood, CO

Part-time - Entry Level

Lakewood, CO

Educational Services

About the position

The Early Childhood Education (ECE) Skills Instructor at Red Rocks Community College is responsible for mentoring and instructing ECE pre-service teacher students during their field-based activities. This role involves providing advisement, coaching, and assessment of teaching skills to students working with young children in a hands-on classroom setting. The instructor will offer skill-building support, maintain accurate records of student progress, and act as a liaison between classroom staff and the ECE program, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and instruct Early Childhood Education (ECE) students during field-based activities.
• Provide coaching and constructive feedback on students' teaching techniques.
• Assess students' application of coursework knowledge in real-world settings.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grades by established deadlines.
• Complete necessary paperwork, including timesheets and program assessments.
• Act as a liaison between classroom site staff, students, and the ECE program.
• Participate in reflective consultation, meetings, and events.

Requirements

• Broad knowledge of early childhood education, including child development and guidance practices.
• Knowledge of Colorado General rules and Regulations for Childcare and CDEC Competencies for Early Childhood Professionals.
• Must hold current CDEC EC Director Qualification letter and equivalent PDIS Credential Level III.
• Must be eligible for initial Post-secondary CTE credential.
• 3+ years of working experience in early childhood classroom settings with multiple age groups.

Nice-to-haves

• Associate, bachelor's, or master's degree in ECE or Child Development from an accredited institution.
• Recent training to be eligible for an initial coaching credential or currently holds a coaching credential with the PDIS system.
• 5+ years of working experience in early childhood classroom settings with multiple age groups.

Benefits

• Medical insurance for instructors working an average of at least 30 hours per week in a 12-month period.
• Sick leave accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.
• Participation in tax-deferred investment plans, including 401(k), 403(b), and 457.
• Employee assistance services such as counseling and financial planning.