The cook oversees all kitchen operations, maintains safe, clean and sanitary facilities, and ensures safe food preparation, storage and disposal in accordance with accepted food handling practices, food safety regulations and child care food guidelines.

Responsibilities:

- Maintains established standards of sanitation, safety and food preparation and storage as set by the local and state health departments; maintains an orderly, sanitary, and safe kitchen.

- Prepares meals and snacks in such a way that a minimum of nutrients are lost from foods, that ensure foods taste good and look appealing, and that there are ample amounts of foods for children to have as many servings as they need.

- Delivers food to the classrooms ready to be served as suitable for the children's age and development.

- Assures the proper care and maintenance of all food service equipment; identifies equipment needs for food preparation and service and assists in purchasing as needed.

- Participates in all emergency drills and environmental safety activities.

- Must be able to comply with background check, including fingerprints, as required by the agency and/or Colorado Licensing Agency.

- Ability to present a positive image of the organization to members of the community.

- Maintains confidentiality at all times

- Proper clothing, shoes and hair restraints according to Health Department Standards are to be worn daily.

- Communicates and works effectively with other staff members.

- Accommodate for allergies, special dietary and nutritional requirements

Physical Requirements:

- Physical ability to remain on feet for extended periods of time.

- Position requires fine motor repetitive motion throughout the day.

- Physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

- Physical agility to bend, stoop, walk, reach overhead, push/pull, squat, twist, and turn.

- Must successfully complete a health screening and provide proof of the absence of TB no later than 7 days following the date of hire. Must also maintain the ability to pass a physical exam every two years.

Looking for a flexible schedule where you can make a positive impact? Do you have a passion for working with children and the joy they bring? Join our dedicated team of educators and become part of our family!

Exploring Minds Academy is currently seeking a dependable and caring individual to join our team as an Assistant Teacher. No prior experience or formal education is required – we provide comprehensive training and support.

Responsibilities:

- Continuously assist the lead teacher in assessing individual children’s needs and help implement plans to meet those needs.

- Support children's social and emotional needs

- Create a safe and healthy learning environment.

- Try to spread your attention out to ALL the children. Avoid focusing on only one child or a few children for long periods of time. This helps ensure proper child to teacher ratios.

- Responsible in knowing and following the State of Colorado’s Rules Regulating Child Care Centers (Less than 24 Hour Care). As updates to the state rules and regulations are made staff will be responsible for remaining up to date to any changes and following said changes.

- Any other duties specified by the management of Exploring Minds Academy.

This job is ideal for someone who is:

- Proactive and engaging with children, especially during outdoor playtime, ensuring safety and supervision.

- Skilled in conflict resolution, involving both parties in resolving disputes without resorting to punishment or shame.

- Positive and enthusiastic, fostering a joyful atmosphere through expressions and communication.

- A dedicated educator, engaging children in meaningful activities while focusing on learning and growth.

- Attentive to preventing and addressing potential issues, providing positive alternatives and seeking learning opportunities from colleagues.

License/Certification:

- CPR Certification (Preferred)

- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Exploring Minds Academy has an opening in our quality program. We are seeking a Lead Teacher to join our team! We are a premier provider of early care and education for children from birth - to 5 years. We are year-round with our focus on growing young minds and preparing them for Kindergarten by using a researched-based curriculum and developmentally appropriate activities designed to meet the needs of each child.

Our ratios are better than licensing requirements which allows our teachers more one on one time with each child. Our teaching team model and our small 4 classroom environment create a positive team approach that inspires learning in the teachers and their students, promotes respect for each other and the world we live in, and empowers each person to nurture and be nurtured.

Responsibilities:

- Work closely as a teaching team to individualize the curriculum to meet the children's needs

- Support children's social and emotional needs

- Support children in a routine that ensures adequate learning, physical activity, rest, and playtime.

- Complete developmental assessments and screenings

- Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents and the team

- Create a safe and healthy learning environment.

- Be an active learner that plays well with their peers helping to create a community where everyone feels safe, nurtured and inspired

This Job Is:

- A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more

- A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education

- A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply

- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

- Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous

- People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects

- Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction

- Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail

- Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity

License/Certification:

- CPR Certification (Preferred)

- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)