Preschool Teacher- Year Round
Company: Winter Park Resort
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Please note, this position is located at Winter Park Resort in
Winter Park, CO. 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. Whether you are looking to have your first taste of a
winter season or to build a long-term career, we have something for
everyone. Perks & Benefits: Free season pass to Winter Park and all
Alterra Resorts Discounted friends & family tickets Medical,
dental, vision, life, paid parental leave and more for eligible
employees 401(k) plan with 100% company match - up to 4% Mental
health resources for all employees Food & beverage and retail
discounts Onsite employee childcare based on availability
Discounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more POSITION SUMMARY:
The Preschool Teacher position is a year-round key position at the
Early Education Center. Preschool Teachers are responsible for
educating, supervising, and caring for the children at the EEC. The
teacher will implement by instruction and action the center's
philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives. The
preschool teacher provides effective instructional techniques for
all students in the classroom. The curriculum philosophy for our
school encompasses play-based learning, supported with a thematic,
web-design lesson planning process that meets the developmental
domains and objectives set forth in Creative Curriculum and
Teaching Strategies Gold. WAGE: The base hourly pay range below
represents the low and high end of Winter Park Resorts 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
Winter Park Resorts total compensation package for employees. Other
rewards may include many region-specific benefits. hourly pay
range: $23 - $26 ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Teachers have responsibilities
and requirements, including but not limited to: Implements by
instruction and action the center's philosophy of education and
instructional goals and objectives. Provides effective
instructional techniques for all students in the classroom. To
maintain safety and supervision of all children. To assure
compliance of the policies and procedures of the EEC, Winter Park
Resort and the Rules and Regulations of the Colorado Office of
Early Childhood. Encourages students to set and maintain standards
of classroom behavior. Plans a program of study that meets the
needs, interests, and abilities of the students. Plans and
supervises purposeful assignments for teacher assistants and,
cooperatively with supervisor, evaluates their job performance.
Trains in Teaching Strategies Gold, and documents observations and
inputs assessments for each child to meet the state set
checkpoints. Trains and implements weekly the Incredible Years
program to fidelity based on the Invest in Kids standards.
Assisting the Director/ Assistant Director in keeping accurate
attendance records for each child. Maintain EEC in a clean,
orderly, safe condition. Maintain effective communication with
parents and staff. Attends staff meetings as required We would
prefer that applicants meet education and experiential
requirements; however, training opportunities and funding are
available. Upon hire, teachers must register and complete classes
in a Colorado statewide professional development information
system, as well as completion of 15 hours of Continuing Education
annually. All early childhood professionals must complete a
fingerprint and child protection background check for Colorado, and
any other states they have resided in the last 5 years, as well as
any other required classes or trainings pertinent to their job.
This job description is an overview of the scope of
responsibilities and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job
tasks and expectations. With the evolution of this resort and
position, the responsibilities of this position may change.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Education/Experience: An EARLY
CHILDHOOD TEACHER assigned responsibility for a single group of
children and working under the supervision of a director must be at
least 18 years of age and must meet at least one of the following
qualifications: Child Development Child Psychology Elementary
Education; Early Childhood Special Education; Family and Human
Development; Educational Leadership & Administration Family
Studies; or Special Education A Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate
degree from an accredited college or university with a major area
of study in any area other than those listed at Section 7.702.45,
A, 1, a, and an additional two (2) three (3)-semester credit hour
courses in Early Child Education, with one (1) course as the
following: Introduction to Early Childhood Professions; or, Early
Childhood Guidance Strategies for Children or has been issued a
Colorado Pyramid Model Training certificate of completion; or, An
Associate's degree (60 semester credit hours) from an accredited
college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child
Development, which must include at least two (2), three
(3)-semester credit hour courses in either: Introduction to Early
Childhood Professions; or, Early Childhood Guidance Strategies for
Children or has been issued a Colorado Pyramid Model Training
certificate of completion; or, A current professional teaching
license issued by the Colorado Department of Education with an
Endorsement in the area of Elementary Education, Early Childhood
Education, Early Childhood Special Education, or Early Childhood
Special Education Specialist; or, A current Early Childhood
Professional Credential Level II or higher in Version 3.0 as
determined by the Department; or, A current certification as a
Child Development Associate (CDA) in: Center Based, Preschool;
Center-Based, Infant-Toddler; or Family Child Care; or other
Department-approved credential; or, Completion of a course of
training approved by the Department and published on the
Department's approval list; and nine (9) months (1,365 hours) of
verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more
children less than eight (8) years of age who are not related to
the individual; or, Three (3) months (455 hours) of verified
experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children
less than eight (8) years of age who are not related to the
individual; and the completion of eighteen (18) semester credit
hours from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood
Education, with one (1) course as: Introduction to Early Childhood
Professions; or, CODE OF COLORADO REGULATIONS 12 CCR 2509-8 Social
Services Rules 52 Early Childhood Guidance Strategies for Children
or has been issued a Colorado Pyramid Model Training certificate of
completion; or, Twenty-one (21) months (3,185 hours) of verified
experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children
less than eight (8) years of age who are not related to the
individual. Satisfactory experience includes being a licensee of a
Colorado Family Child Care Home, a Teacher's Aide or Teacher in a
childcare center, preschool, or elementary school. In addition, the
individual must either: Possess a current Early Childhood
Professional Credential Level I or higher in Versions as determined
by the Department; or, Complete two (2) three (3) semester credit
hour courses from an accredited college or university in Early
Childhood Education with (1) course as either: Introduction To
Early Childhood Professions or has been issued the Child
Development Associate (CDA) Credential; Or, Early Childhood
Guidance Strategies for Children or has been issued a Colorado
Pyramid Model Training certificate of completion. All course grades
used for the Early Childhood Teacher requirements must be a "C" or
better. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Colorado Department of Social Service Requirements: Early Education
Center employees will be required to supply and/or obtain the
following: 1. First Aid Certification 2. Infant/Child CPR
certification 3. Emergency contact information 4. Physical
examination 5. Fingerprints 6. Central Registry Background check
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: When authorized, may drive a 15- passenger van
with children and adults to field trips and activities PHYSICAL
DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: Able to lift, carry, or otherwise
move and position a minimum of 30 pounds on an occasional basis.
Ability to work for extended periods of time sitting, bending,
reaching, and speaking on a constant basis. Talking and hearing
occur continuously in the process of communicating with children,
co-teachers, directors, and parents. Routine cleaning of surfaces
and toys. Loading dishwasher and washer, mopping the floors when
needed. Routine sanitizing and disinfecting with hazardous
chemicals. Ability to work for extended periods of time standing,
walking, kneeling, pushing, and pulling on an occasional basis.
Mountain Environment: Be prepared to take children outside in
weather as cold as 5°. Closed toed shoe are recommended due to
varying ground surfaces. You will be provided an outdoor uniform.
Supervising children in busy, tourist environment. Housekeeping:
Most work tasks are performed indoors- temperature is moderate and
controlled by environmental systems. Talking and hearing occur
continuously in the process of communicating with children,
parents, directors, and other employees. Vision occurs continuously
with the most common visual functions being those of near vision
and depth perception. Requires manual dexterity to use and operate
all necessary equipment and products. Able to wear personal
protective equipment including but not limited to non-slip shoes,
protective eyewear, and protective gloves. To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily- reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED: This position
description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for the
role described above. With the evolution of Winter Park Resort, the
responsibilities of this position may change as may the dates
associated with many of the tasks. During these times of change,
this position requires the flexibility and willingness to accept
new responsibilities and potentially transfer others. It will also
be the responsibility of any employee of Winter Park Resort to be a
positive influence on the transformation of the resort and its
associated lines of business. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Winter
Park Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to
the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term,
condition, or privilege of employment. Application Deadline:
Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Winter Park
Resort positions accept applications for a minimum of 3 business
days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and
still accepting applications.
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