Early Childhood Substitute, Mesa View Head Start

Job overview

The Early Childhood Substitute, Mesa View Head Start role is onsite in Cortez, CO. Pay is $17.75–$19.32 per hour, depending on education and experience; the schedule varies as needed, Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m.–3:15 p.m. Tri-County Head Start supports young children, families, and the communities it serves. The substitute covers preschool and toddler classrooms when regular teaching staff are absent, helping maintain a safe, nurturing, engaging learning environment. The role supports daily routines, classroom activities, meals, outdoor play, and child guidance, and may provide float coverage where needed to maintain continuity of care and program operations.

What you'll do

• Support preschool and toddler classrooms when regular teaching staff are absent
• assist with daily routines, classroom activities, meals, outdoor play, and child guidance
• and, as a classroom float, provide support where needed for continuity of care and smooth program operations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

early childhood substitute

mesa view head start

cortez co

tri-county head start

part-time

monday–friday

7:15 a.m.–3:15 p.m.

$17.75–$19.32/hour

preschool

toddler classrooms

classroom support

child guidance

training and coaching

sick time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible employee benefits include four sick days plus one hour of sick time accrued for every 30 hours worked.
• Training, coaching, and advancement opportunities are also described.

Why this role

Previous early childhood education experience is preferred. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, and background checks are required for hire.

About the employer

Durango 4C Council (Tri-County Head Start) is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.