Colorado Nonprofit Association

Education Coordinator (LMS)

The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) is the premier international membership association for physicians, researchers, and medical professionals, who are dedicated to conquering lung and thoracic cancers worldwide. We are seeking an Education Coordinator to provide administration, management, and technical expertise to support the implementation and management of the IASLC learning management system (LMS) that delivers content related to continuing medical education (CME).  

Day to day, the Education Coordinator provides LMS system administration and supports the production of medical educational content and will assist in the administration of CME requirements for IASLC programming.

This nonsupervisory, exempt position is physically based in our downtown Denver, CO office on a hybrid work schedule. This position reports to the Director, Education.

In this role, you will:

• Provide content and asset management and ongoing maintenance of the learning management system (LMS) focused on medical education.

• Primary contact with vendor to troubleshoot end user, internal, system performance and/or functionality issues.

• Optimize the LMS system to ensure an efficient, engaging user experience that aligns with the global medical education strategy and meets compliance requirements for continuing medical education (CME).

• Develop and provide system user training and management; serve as first line of support for internal Maintain system documentation, including LMS user guides, processes, configurations, and security.

• Collaborate with internal experts to build and maintain LMS integrations with other platforms.

• Develop, implement, and track activity evaluations and outcome surveys to capture learner data and feedback.

• Maintain records within ACCME PARS system and assist with preparation of annual CME accreditation reports.

• Collect, track, report, and document conflict of interest resolution.

• Utilize designated software to track and report relevant data on CME activities and credits.

• Deliver timely, responsive, positive customer service to internal and external constituents.

A successful candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree 

• 2 years of experience in administering and/or configuring Learning Management Systems in an association, business, or healthcare context.

• Experience with adult e-learning, remote learning, and/or instructional technology in an association, business, or healthcare context.

• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment with internal and external constituencies.

• Proficiency in standard computer programs with demonstrated aptitude for quickly and efficiently learning and embracing new software. 

• Demonstrated proficiency in prioritizing, organization, time management, and project management with strong attention to detail.

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as needed.

• Multilingual fluency/literacy would be a plus.

We believe the best solutions come from diverse teams. We strive to have an environment where everyone has an opportunity to be successful regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other lawfully protected status.

Community Outreach and Programs Manager

About Ekar

Located in the heart of the neighborhood of Lowry in Denver for the last 15 years, Ekar Farm is a 2-acre, organic production, education, and demonstration farm. Ekar is currently undergoing a move to Shalom Park in Aurora, Colorado and is actively developing the new site for work to continue in 2025. Rooted in the Jewish values of social equity, justice, and interconnectedness, Ekar serves as a model for connecting a multicultural community to the earth and as a catalyst for economic development, hunger relief, community pride, sustainability, and ecologically restorative agricultural practices. The food we cultivate is distributed to food pantries, early learning centers, a WIC immigrant CSA, hunger relief organizations, and a Native Elder food share program through Spirit of the Sun.

We are guided by our mission:

Ekar Farm and Community Gardens is a communal urban farm, inspired by Jewish values. We work to build community, provide experiential and environmental education, and grow sustainably produced fruits and vegetables, expanding access to those in need.

Job Description

Ekar’s Community Outreach and Programs Manager plays a critical leadership role in the organization, overseeing the implementation of mission-driven and creative programming, community outreach that responds to community needs, and network building that strengthens relationships within and between community partners and individuals.

Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will bring strong community organizing, food and farming/gardening, and educational experience and seek to have a positive impact in relieving hunger in Denver/Aurora metro communities. They will use a ‘big picture’ mindset to advocate for local food justice and sustainable ways to live and conduct business. Working closely with Ekar’s partners, they will be a catalyst for engaging, educating, and enriching community life at Ekar, the Jewish community, and beyond. Most importantly, this individual should have a passion for collaboration and educating the public on issues of food, nutrition, and sustainability.

Areas of Responsibility

• Serve as a spokesperson for Ekar in the Jewish community and among our hunger relief partners.
• Advocate alongside local food systems, hunger relief groups, and food justice movements.
• Develop and nurture relationships with partners, including nonprofits, schools, congregations, government agencies, individuals, funders, donors and other stakeholders.
• Foster a work environment that is results-oriented, intellectually curious, community-driven, kind, and responsive to both equity and spiritually-inspired issues.
• Manage seasonal interns and volunteers.
• Contribute to social media and Ekar’s newsletter, respond to messages on social media and email. Assist with the creation and distribution of marketing materials for programs and events.
• Responsible for creating and implementing work plans for ongoing programs and researching funding opportunities in collaboration with the executive director and contracted grant writer.
• Assist with farm tasks as needed including the development of the new site.

Manage Ekar’s current programs and areas of work:

Community Engagement & Environmental Education

• Holidays and Events celebrating Shabbat, Jewish holidays, and other events that engage Ekar’s community partners and individuals interested in earth-centered experiences that connect people to community and community to the earth.
• Garden Educator Cohort supports a cohort of multiple organizational and school educators on their garden projects and includes teaching classes for early childhood.
• Ekar’s Intergenerational Garden will be a large piece of programming in our future at Shalom Park.
• Experiential Education initiatives throughout the community at schools, places of worship, businesses, and most importantly on the farm.

Food Justice & Hunger Relief:

• Cooperative Gardens supports community gardens in food-insecure neighborhoods by distributing seeds and seedlings throughout the Denver metro-area. In partnership with the Food Bank of the Rockies, Ekar works with 20+ organizations, facilitating the outreach and promotion of the program and connecting partners to garden support.
• Food Shares and Education at Academy 360, Monarch Montessori, and 2 locations of Hope Communities. Supported by Healthy Food for Denver Kids, this grant provides over 60 food shares of culturally relevant produce adapted to feed a family of 6, educational materials, nutrition programming, and garden support for these organizations.

Education & Experience

We welcome applicants with varying levels of experience provided you display the skills required to execute the job described above. Applicants do not need to have a Jewish background or identity.

Qualifications

• Leader and self-starter, with experience managing interns or volunteers and working with small teams.
• Organized and detail-oriented, able to execute on multiple projects and tasks.
• Experience developing and running educational opportunities appropriate for a wide range of age groups to learn about farming, food justice, the environment, spirituality, and community connection.
• Strong knowledge and experience in experiential education, gardening/farming with an interest in outdoor education and/or Jewish education.
• Experience writing grant proposals and reports and managing a grant schedule.
• Strong commitment to facilitating change in Denver’s food system. Experience in community organizing is a plus.
• A connection to Ekar’s mission and desire to work at the forefront of food and environmental equity issues and to assist and inspire others to do so.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to collaborate well with a range of partners, teammates, and other stakeholders across economic, racial, and religious differences. Passion for connecting and building community.
• Comfortable and effective working independently and as a member of a team in both leadership and supporting roles. Confident giving and receiving feedback in the workplace.
• Proficient in Excel. Experience tracking budget expenses.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a willingness to learn, teach, and grow.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Working Conditions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with differing abilities:

• Typing, writing, reading, hearing, and speaking
• Standing and walking for several hours inside and outside in the summer, as well as sitting, squatting, crawling, climbing, and lifting up to 30 pounds
• Early morning or late evenings depending on programs, events, and farm needs

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt employee position at 40 hours/week. Salary range is $50,000 -$55,000 depending on experience. Farm provides ongoing professional development, DEIJ trainings, 15 days paid vacation (after 1 year of employment), 6 days per year sick time, and 18 paid Federal and Jewish holidays. Ekar does not at this time provide employer paid group health insurance but may do so in the future, although we do provide a $150 per month health benefits stipend. All full time staff members receive a COLA (cost of living adjustment) of 5% annually on August 1st.

Schedule
General hours are 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday – Friday. This position requires some evenings and weekend work, as well as a heavier workload during the growing season. During April through October average hours are 40 per week, in November – March average hours may be less than 40 per week.

Bilingual (Einglish & Spanish) Urban Environmental Educator

Join The Greenway Foundation’s SPREE (South Platte River Environmental Education) program as an Environmental Educator! You’ll teach outdoor environmental education for preschool-5th grade students, teach at summer camps, and support community events and youth programs. This is a full-time, in-person position with variable hours based on program bookings. Most programs run weekdays, with occasional evenings and weekends required. All programs take place outdoors in Denver public parks or at local schools. Some programs involve working with monolingual Spanish-speaking children/families. You will be expected to communicate fluently in Spanish as needed. Additional responsibilities include supporting other programs, including but not limited to: excursions, events, camp, youth programs, volunteer opportunities, marketing, and fundraising. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead environmental education field trips and camps in urban Denver public parks
• Teach and communicate fluently in Spanish & English
• Manage groups of up to 20 students in outdoor settings
• Collaborate on programs, events, and marketing efforts

Ideal Candidate:

• Fluent in Spanish (spoken and written)
• Experience with elementary students or outdoor/environmental education
• Ability to create a safe, engaging learning environment
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather
• Culturally competent with underserved communities
• Organized, adaptable, and team-oriented

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in education or environmental science
• Bicultural
• Certified Environmental Educator
• Experience with middle/high school students
• Experience with Google Workspace

Requirements

• Reliable transportation to Denver work locations
• Ability to walk up to 2 miles, work in water, lift up to 40 lbs
• Must pass a background check 

Summer Camp Digital Arts Instructor

Organizational Summary

The Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities celebrates and elevates the human condition with engaging arts, humanities, education, and entertainment that expand the cultural landscape for everyone. The Arvada Center strives to create and maintain an inclusive and welcoming environment for all artists, actors, staff, volunteers, and patrons.

Position Summary

The purpose of the Summer Camp Digital Arts Instructor position is to serve as the lead instructor of digital arts summer camps (June 2, 2025 – August 9, 2025) on behalf of the Education division of the Arvada Center.  Instructors teach weeklong half-day summer camps to students, ages 9-16 in our onsite Digital Creative Arts Lab (DCAL). Instructors are responsible for designing lesson plans and curriculum according to either proposed or pre-determined camp themes or content areas.

Responsibilities

 Design and serve as lead instructor in DCAL studio space for summer digital arts camps

 Communicate with Education summer camp staff in a timely manner in the long and short range planning of camps

 Arrive 15 minutes before camp is scheduled to begin to prepare parent sign/in and camp materials

 Attend and participate in all required meetings and trainings, including professional development trainings

 Exhibit strong organization skills, reliability, and flexibility 

 Ability to collaborate and effectively communicate with all levels of personnel, patrons, and general public in a cooperative and positive manner as a representative of the Arvada Center

Skills and Competencies

 Must possess prior digital art teaching experience (informal or classroom) and enjoy working with children

 Applicants should be highly organized, reliable, flexible, and enthusiastic about digital art education

 A passion for creativity, ability to focus on process over product, and a strong understanding of the needs of children aged 9-16

 Basic knowledge of a variety of digital arts, teaching, and classroom management techniques

 A background check is required for all summer camp instructors

Compensation

This is a part-time, varied schedule, non exempt position earning $25.00 – $30.00 per hour and paid sick time.

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability or any other status protected by state or local law. Candidates from traditionally marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Application Instructions

Please send an email with your resume and cover letter as PDF to jobs@arvadacenter.org with the job title in the subject line.

Applications accepted until December 14, 2024.

Summer Camp Visual Arts Instructor

Organizational Summary

The Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities celebrates and elevates the human condition with engaging arts, humanities, education, and entertainment that expand the cultural landscape for everyone. The Arvada Center strives to create and maintain an inclusive and welcoming environment for all artists, actors, staff, volunteers, and patrons.

Position Summary

The purpose of the Summer Camp Visual Arts Instructor position is to serve as the lead instructor of visual arts summer camps (June 2, 2025 – August 9, 2025) on behalf of the Education division of the Arvada Center.  Instructors teach weeklong half-day summer camps to students aged 5-8 and 9-12. Instructors are responsible for designing lesson plans and curriculum according to either proposed or pre-determined camp themes or content areas.

Responsibilities

 Design and serve as lead instructor in studio space for summer visual arts camps

 Communicate with Education summer camp staff in a timely manner in the long and short range planning of camps

 Arrive 15 minutes before camp is scheduled to begin to prepare parent sign/in and camp materials

 Attend and participate in all required meetings and trainings, including professional development trainings

 Exhibit strong organization skills, reliability, and flexibility 

 Ability to collaborate and effectively communicate with all levels of personnel, patrons, and general public in a cooperative and positive manner as a representative of the Arvada Center

Skills and Competencies

 Must possess prior visual arts teaching experience (informal or classroom) and enjoy working with children

 Applicants should be highly organized, reliable, flexible, and enthusiastic about visual arts education

 A passion for creativity, ability to focus on process over product, and a strong understanding of the needs of children aged 5-12.

 Basic knowledge of a variety of visual arts, teaching, and classroom management techniques

 A background check is required for all summer camp instructors

Compensation

This is a part-time, varied schedule, non exempt position earning $20.00-$22.00 per hour and paid sick time.

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability or any other status protected by state or local law. Candidates from traditionally marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Application Instructions

Send an email with your resume and cover letter as PDF to jobs@arvadacenter.org with the job title in the subject line.

Applications accepted until December 15, 2024.

Summer Camp Performing Arts Instructor

Organizational Summary

The Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities celebrates and elevates the human condition with engaging arts, humanities, education, and entertainment that expand the cultural landscape for everyone. The Arvada Center strives to create and maintain an inclusive and welcoming environment for all artists, actors, staff, volunteers, and patrons.

Position Summary

The purpose of the Summer Camp Performing Arts Instructor position is to serve as the lead instructor of performing arts summer camps (June 2, 2025 – August 9, 2025) on behalf of the Education division of the Arvada Center.  Instructors teach weeklong half-day summer camps to students aged 5-8 and 9-12. Instructors are responsible for designing lesson plans and curriculum according to either proposed or pre-determined camp themes or content areas.

Responsibilities

 Design and serve as lead instructor in studio space for summer performing arts camps

 Communicate with Education summer camp staff in a timely manner in the long and short range planning of camps

 Arrive 15 minutes before camp is scheduled to begin to prepare parent sign/in and camp materials

 Attend and participate in all required meetings and trainings, including professional development trainings

 Exhibit strong organization skills, reliability, and flexibility 

 Ability to collaborate and effectively communicate with all levels of personnel, patrons, and general public in a cooperative and positive manner as a representative of the Arvada Center

Skills and Competencies

 Must possess prior performing arts teaching experience (informal or classroom) and enjoy working with children

 Applicants should be highly organized, reliable, flexible, and enthusiastic about performing arts education

 A passion for creativity, ability to focus on process over product, and a strong understanding of the needs of children aged 5-12.

 Basic knowledge of a variety of performing arts, teaching, and classroom management techniques

 A background check is required for all summer camp instructors

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability or any other status protected by state or local law. Candidates from traditionally marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties,responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Early Childhood Teacher

Warren Village Learning Center serves children ages 6 weeks to 10 years old in a comprehensive, high quality early learning environment.  The Learning Center is a Colorado Shines 4 Star recognized Center.  Our teaching teams are dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment that helps foster the development of the whole child.  Warren Village places a strong emphasis on teacher training and application of Conscious Discipline®, an innovative social-emotional learning and classroom management program designed to give teachers the discipline skills they need to address the emotional and behavioral issues of children. 

Warren Village recognizes that our backgrounds are broad and our talents are many, from different lived experiences.  We value and leverage our differences to encompass and reflect the communities we serve.  We align our policies, practices and resources so that people of all races, cultures, identities and socioeconomic status may feel valued and respected. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.  
• Knowledge about of the Colorado Department of Human Services Licensing Regulations, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Regulations and the Denver Fire Department Regulations that govern childcare facilities  
• Development of professional techniques and skills that promote quality early childhood education. 
• Demonstrate an understanding of child development. 
• Attend and participate in classes, workshops and in services to enhance your ability to work with children and to gain information about current best practice in early childhood education.  
• Updating professional credentials in the PDIS system, as needed. 
• Develop, plan and implement developmentally appropriate social, emotional, cognitive, physical activities that promote a child’s development and support their interests. 
• Develop, implement and post weekly lesson plans. 
• Complete individual assessments (ESI, TSG, DECA) and develop individualized lesson plans and differentiate instruction when needed. 
• Develop and maintain cooperative and respectful relationships. 
• Develop positive relationships with parents and families. 
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences twice per school year at minimum, and as needed. 
• Conduct home visits twice per school year. 
• Report a progress daily to parents. 
• Develop and establish supportive relationships with children that include frequent nurturing interactions. 
• Supervise children at all times by sight and sound. 
• Conduct regular and consistent head counts to maintain adult/child ratios. 
• Confirm the identity of any person picking up a child and ask for Pick Up Pass before any child is released to any person other than the enrolling adult. 
• Maintain complete and accurate records. 
• Keep accurate Daily Attendance Sheets, and Record of Meals (ROMS) Food Sheets.   
• Complete an Accident/Incident report for any child receiving any type of injury while in the care of the Learning Center.  The form must be shared with parents during pick up time. 
• Complete Field Trip paperwork and parent permissions according to program procedures 
• Maintain classroom and general building appearance. 
• Request and follow up regarding necessary repairs for classrooms, child bathrooms, and playground. 
• Practice appropriate sanitation and disinfecting procedures for classroom materials and equipment i.e. mats, tables etc. 
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness, order, and professional appearance in the classroom. 
• Attend bi-weekly collaboration meetings with external agencies, as needed. 

Other duties as assigned.

Competencies and Traits:

• Commitment to the mission, goals and values of Warren Village.  
• Able to effectively communicate their ideas and understand the ideas of others; including the ability to convey information effectively, both verbally and in writing.  This includes effective listening skills.  
• Able to work well with others to achieve common goals; including being able to compromise, negotiate and effectively manage conflict.  
• Able to adjust to new conditions or changes in the work environment is crucial; including being open to new ideas and the ability to adjust to changes, such as new tasks, policies, or technologies.  
• Able to prioritize tasks, manage their time effectively, and meet deadlines. 
• Work cooperatively with other staff members. 
• Demonstrated behaviors like punctuality, maintaining a professional appearance and displaying a positive and respectful attitude.  
•  Able to see what must be done and act without being prompted. 
•  Demonstrated understanding, helpfulness, and a willingness to assist our colleagues, clients, tenants, etc. to the best of your ability.  
• Able to learn from experiences and apply them to new situations. 
• Demonstrated the ability to navigate the Teaching Strategies Gold assessment system and the Creative Curriculum. 
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks, allocate time efficiently and meet deadlines for multiple projects and/or activities.  
• Able to retain a positive attitude towards work, regardless of the nature. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

ECT qualified 

Associate’s degree or equivalent credits in ECE, Elementary Education, Special Education, Family and Child Development or Child Psychology 

One or more years of experience working with children. 

Experience with the Teaching Strategies Gold assessment system, the Creative Curriculum, and familiarity with the Conscious Discipline Model, preferred. 

Preferred or related Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field

2 or more years of classroom experience in specific age classroom 

Bilingual and/or experience with culturally diverse people a plus. 

Additional eligibility requirements (Certifications, Licenses, etc.):

TB test clearance 

First Aid certification 

Work Environment: 

The working environment is typically that of a classroom using a computer, chalkboard, desk and other educational tools, year-round. The ECE Teacher may be exposed to sick or sometimes contagious/ill children and must therefore be conscious of ensuring the health and safety of the kids, their parents, school personnel and themselves. The childcare facility is licensed for 111 children.  This position frequently communicates with staff and children.  Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.  Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. 

Physical Demands: 

The person in this position needs to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.  Frequently bending, standing, crouching.  Activities are completed within the building and outdoors. 

Travel Required:   x  No o  Yes (limited, largely to the Denver Metro Area)