Alterra logo

    Early Childhood Lead Teacher - Year Round - Full Time

    Alterra
    Apply Now

    Job Details

    Location
    Steamboat Springs, Colorado, United States
    Posted
    6 days ago
    Job Type
    FULL_TIME
    Salary
    USD 49,920 - 62,400

    Job Description

    Year Round Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ® is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best

    experience:

    in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care

    about:

    each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities. BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees* Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees* Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees* to rest, relax and recharge Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc. Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees

    Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug

    Benefits:

    and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health. 401(k) plan with generous company match Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their

    education:

    Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees* Free regional bus pass *Click HERE for more information on our employee

    benefits:

    ! For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at https://www.steamboat.com/doinggood. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

    POSITION SUMMARY Early Childhood Teachers are responsible for the

    education:

    , supervision, and care of children at the Steamboat Child Care Center - a year-round child care center for SSRC employees. Early Childhood Teachers must understand and follow all state rules and regulations and best practices for the children in their care.

    • Lead teachers will supervise PT teachers, subs, and assistant teachers and are responsible for monthly newsletters, calendars, parent-teacher conferences, and TS Gold assessments.

    Resume required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Provide a safe, healthy, and secure environment with an emphasis on children’s social-emotional, physical, and cognitive needs Perform daily child care duties as assigned including feeding, diapers/potty, and naps Ensure compliance with all legal

    requirements:

    Register in the PDIS and complete all required trainings including 15 hours of continuing

    education:

    /year.

    • Provide documentation to Director.
    • Prepare and maintain classroom materials and interest-centers Plan daily lessons, monthly themes, and a classroom monthly calendar Teach large group lessons, small group lessons, and provide individualized instruction Be prepared to engage children in outdoor activities for long periods of time, sometimes in inclement weather Attend all staff meetings and trainings Supervise, mentor, and direct assistant teachers and subs/floaters Work with the Director, early learning specialists, and families to create and implement behavior plans for children with challenging behavior Work cooperatively on a team with other teaching professionals Provide positive guidance and redirection Maintain professional communication with parents and other staff Maintain confidentiality Support children and families with potty training if applicable Maintain all necessary records including attendance records and food program forms Work with a teaching team to write monthly newsletters Complete observations and assessments 3 times a year using TS Gold Use assessments to prepare, plan, and lead parent-teacher conferences in the fall and spring Help plan and lead family nights including back-to-school night Send home sick children Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory

    requirements:

    Other duties, as assigned

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    Knowledge of child development and willingness to stay up to date with current best practices Must meet the

    qualifications:

    for an Early Childhood Teacher Must demonstrate an interest in young children and a concern for their proper care and well-being. Flexibility to care for children of all ages birth-5 years Ability to maintain a calm demeanor under stressful situations.

    Skills:

    and ability to inspire and lead children through a large variety of indoor and outdoor activities Willingness to engage children in outdoor activities for long periods of time, sometimes in inclement weather Ability to maintain professional communication with parents, supervisors, co-teachers, and assistants Ability to work cooperatively with a teaching team to create a safe and cognitively stimulating environment Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with children, colleagues, and parents.

    Ability to work for extended periods of time standing, walking, kneeling, talking, and sitting on the floor

    Experience:

    in environmental

    education:

    or nature-based preschools (preschool) or lifeways (I/T) preferred Routine sanitizing and disinfesting of toys and surfaces Ability to adhere to all health and safety policies and program policies and procedures

    EDUCATION:

    REQUIREMENTS:

    An early childhood teacher, assigned responsibility for a single group of children and working under the supervision of a director and must meet at least one of the following

    qualifications:

    A Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major area of study in one of the following areas: Early childhood

    education:

    , Elementary

    education:

    ; Special

    education:

    , Family and child development, or Child psychology. A Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major area of study in any area other than those listed above and an additional two (2) three-semester hour early childhood

    education:

    college courses with one course being either introduction to early childhood

    education:

    or guidance strategies A current Early Childhood Professional Credential Level III as determined by the PDIS An Associate’s degree in early childhood

    education:

    with at least one course being introduction to early childhood

    education:

    or guidance strategies and at least six (6) months of

    experience:

    ; Completion of twelve (12) semester hours in early childhood

    education:

    One of the three (3) semester hour courses must be either introduction to early childhood

    education:

    or guidance strategies, plus nine (9) months of verified

    experience:

    ; Completion of a vocational program in child growth and development plus twelve (12) months of verified

    experience:

    Current certification as a Child Development Associate (CDA) Completion of a course of training approved by the Department that includes training and work

    experience:

    with children in a child growth and development program plus twelve (12) months of verified

    experience:

    ; or, Twenty-four (24) months of verified

    experience:

    plus either: A current Colorado Level II credential or, Two (2) three-semester hour early childhood

    education:

    college courses with one course being either introduction to early childhood

    education:

    or guidance strategies. The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to

    experience:

    ,

    education:

    , training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production,

    responsibilities:

    , and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s total

    compensation:

    package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific

    benefits:

    Steamboat Springs area base hourly pay range: $24.00-$30.00 per hour PHYSICAL

    REQUIREMENTS:

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

    WORKING CONDITIONS Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions. Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate. This job

    description:

    is not an exhaustive list of all functions and

    responsibilities:

    that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety. Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation positions accept applications for a minimum of 4 days from the posting date listed above.

    This position is open and still accepting applications. This job

    description:

    is not an express or implied contract, guarantee, promise, or covenant of employment for any set term or duration, or for termination only for cause. Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ® is known as the friendliest mountain destination in the world, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best

    experience:

    in the industry. Our employee satisfaction scores top the charts and we have employees who choose to work for the resort for 2, 5, 10, 20 plus years. Fair warning, starting a job at Steamboat could lead to endless fun, lifelong friendships, and a rooted sense of community.

    Related Jobs You Might Like

    Alterra logo

    Employee Housing Specialist - Year Round

    Alterra
    Winter Park, Colorado, US
    2 days ago
    FULL_TIME
    USD 43,680 - 49,920

    Year Round Who We Are: At 67 miles away, Winter Park is the closest ski resort to Denver. With easy access to 765,000 acres of public land, Winter Park is home to endless adventures.

    Alterra logo

    Custodial Services Supervisor - Year Round - Full Time

    Alterra
    Steamboat Springs, Colorado, US
    4 days ago
    FULL_TIME
    USD 49,920 - 56,160

    Year Round Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ® is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff.

    Alterra logo

    Ski Patrol Supervisor

    Alterra
    Montclair, California, US
    4 days ago
    FULL_TIME
    USD 36 - 42

    Seasonal At June Mountain, you will live the dream! Work and play in the majestic mountains with a free season pass that opens the doors to adventure at all Alterra Resorts.

    REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.) logo

    0017 - Tustin CA - Store Sales Specialist

    REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)
    Tustin, California, US
    1 day ago
    TEMPORARY
    USD 39,520 - 44,741

    Overview Come shape the future of the outdoors. REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of...

    REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.) logo

    0165 - Christiana DE - Store Sales Specialist

    REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)
    Newark, Delaware, US
    1 day ago
    TEMPORARY
    USD 37,024 - 41,995

    Overview Come shape the future of the outdoors. REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of...

    REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.) logo

    Store Sales Specialist

    REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)
    Durham, North Carolina, US
    1 day ago
    FULL_TIME
    USD 34,632 - 38,480

    Overview REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of the outdoors.

    Unlock All 3,000+ Outdoor Industry Jobs

    Take a quick quiz to find the perfect outdoor industry career path for you

    Exclusive Listings

    Daily Updates

    Job Alerts

    Success Stories from Outdoor Professionals

    Real people, real results, real outdoor careers

    "I found my dream job as a Park Ranger in just 2 weeks! The advanced filters helped me narrow down exactly what I wanted, and the daily updates meant I was always first to apply."

    Sarah Martinez
    Sarah Martinez
    Park Ranger
    National Park Service
    ✓ Hired in 2 weeks

    "After months of searching traditional job boards, I signed up and got 5 interview requests in my first week. The quality of listings here is unmatched."

    Michael Chen
    Michael Chen
    Adventure Guide
    REI Adventures
    ✓ 5 interviews in 1 week

    "The job alerts feature is a game-changer. I set my preferences and received my perfect role notification the next day. Worth every penny!"

    Emily Thompson
    Emily Thompson
    Conservation Director
    The Nature Conservancy
    ✓ Dream job in 1 day

    Watch Our Introduction

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Everything you need to know about Get Outdoor Jobs