Otero College Child Development Services

The Otero College Child Development Services team participating in the Arkansas Valley Fair parade in Rocky Ford this morning. #Headstartforward #adelante

We’re ready to come back together and keep helping children and families. But just a reminder - stay home if you're sick and get well! Thank you to everyone for doing your part to help us get back together! #HeadStartForward

Attention La Junta Center families: due to unforeseen circumstances, the La Junta Center will begin classes on Monday, August 30, 2021, not on August 23 as originally planned. If you have any questions, please call 384-3140. We look forward to seeing everyone on August 30!

As we gear up to start the new school year, here are some tips on how to stay healthy and reduce the spread of COVID-19. #HeadStartForward

Stop by one of the Centers today to enroll your child! Program is open to preschool children ages 3-5 years old. Eligibility is based on income. #HeadStartForward

The Head Start community has always stood together. Now, we’re stepping forward together — and we’re stronger than we’ve ever been. First day of school is August 23! #HeadStartForward

We are looking for substitutes for all of our Head Start centers. Stop by one of our Centers in La Junta, Lamar, Manzanola, Rocky Ford and Las Animas to learn more about this great opportunity. #HeadStartForward

The first day of school for all Head Start students in La Junta, Las Animas, Lamar, Rocky Ford and Manzanola will be August 23. We can't wait to see everyone! If you haven't yet enrolled, registration will be held on August 12 at each center. #HeadStartForward

Join us August 12 for Fall Registration! #HeadStartForward

Join us Thursday in Las Animas for lemonade and popcorn! Learn about enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year. #HeadStartForward

Join our team! Apply today!

Looking for a rewarding career working with children and families? Become a preschool teacher! Join our team as a Family/Health Advocate! Scan the code to learn about all of our employment opportunities.

Contact your local Center for registration times!

We are now hiring! Find information under the Employment tab on www.cdsheadstart.com or scan the QR Code.

As Head Start continues to move toward returning to normal services, we remind parents to schedule your child's well-child visit with your local provider. #HeadStartForward

Together, we’ve provided services through tough times, national disasters, and a pandemic. Now, we’re ready to return to normal services. Let’s keep building up the next generation of learners — together. Enroll your child today! Call Teresa at 719.384.3132 or visit How to Apply at www.cdsheadstart.com. #HeadStartForward

From the Otero County Health Department: If you would like to make an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccination, please call Carolina Cortez at 719-468-8083. Ayuda En Espanol (Spanish Language Assistance): Para ayuda en Espanol, habla con Debbie Jaramillo en 719-383-3040 por favor (For help in Spanish, please call Debbie Jaramillo at 719-383-3040).

Preschool teachers needed in Lamar and Las Animas. Visit the Employment section at www.cdsheadstart.com to apply today!

Check out a list of all vacancies and job descriptions under the Employment tab at www.cdsheadstart.com

Otero County Health Dept is resuming Regular Immunization Clinics! Call 719-254-5300 to schedule an appointment. Visit https://5il.co/t8sv for more info