PreK Assistant Teacher - Year Round - Full Time

Alterra Mountain Company; Steamboat Springs (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all

Free IKON Pass

Discounted skiing for friends and fam.

Vacation and Sick Time

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, &

HSAs, FSAs

Job summary

Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation in Steamboat Springs, CO, seeks an Assistant Early Childhood Teacher to provide a safe, engaging environment for children aged birth to 5. You’ll perform daily care, support learning activities, and collaborate with a teaching team while following policies and regulations.

Required are knowledge of child development, ability to work in all weather, and strong communication with families.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and willingness to stay up to date with current best practices.
• Must demonstrate an interest in young children and a concern for their proper care and well-being.
• Flexibility to care for children birth-5 years.
• Ability to inspire and lead children through indoor/outdoor activities.
• Willingness to engage children in outdoor activities in various weather.
• Ability to maintain professional communication with parents and staff.
• Team-oriented, collaborative approach with teaching professionals.
• Ability to implement behavior plans for children with challenging behavior.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, healthy, and secure environment for children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive needs.
• Perform daily child care duties as assigned.
• Help in other classrooms as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all legal requirements.
• Register in the PDIS and complete 15 hours of continuing education per year.
• Provide documentation to Director and maintain confidentiality.
• Engage children in outdoor activities for long periods, even in inclement weather.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings and work with a team.

Skills

Child development

English communication

Birth-5 care

Lead activities

Outdoor activities

Professional communication

Team collaboration

Behavior plans

Education

ECE coursework in progress

ECE credential/PDIS training

Colorado Pyramid Model training

Experience in child care

Job description

Company Culture

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.

Benefits

• Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer,
• 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

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
• Help in other classrooms as needed
• 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
• Maintain confidentiality
• Be prepared to engage children in outdoor activities for long periods of time, sometimes in inclement weather
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings
• Work cooperatively on a team with other teaching professionals
• Provide positive guidance and redirection
• Implement behavior plans for children with challenging behavior
• Maintain professional communication with parents and other staff
• Support children and families with potty training if applicable
• Attend back-to-school night
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements
• Attend monthly staff meetings on the first Thursday of each month
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and willingness to stay up to date with current best practices
• 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
• 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
• Experience in environmental education or nature-based preschools preferred
• Routine sanitizing and disinfecting of toys and surfaces
• Must be able to work in a busy and sometimes stressful atmosphere while maintaining composure and good communication skills
• Must be flexible and willing to work with children of all ages 0-5 and abilities in inclusive classrooms
• Must be able to work for extended periods of time standing, walking, kneeling, talking, and sitting on the floor
• Must be able to register in the PDIS and complete a minimum of 15 clock hours of continuing education each year
• 2 years of previous work history/education preferred
• Communicate clearly in English, both verbal / non-verbal, and written
• Interact and maintain positive relationships with guests, co-workers and management consistent with Steamboat Ski and Resort Company’s Service Excellence standards
• Must meet the qualifications for an Assistant Early Childhood Teacher.
• An Assistant Early Childhood Teacher must meet one of the following qualifications: 1. A minimum of nine 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. Assistant Early Childhood Teachers must be enrolled in and attending the second (2nd) Early Childhood Education course, which will be used as the basis for their qualification for the position of Early Childhood Teacher and Completion of one of the following Early Childhood Education courses with a course grade of “C” or better: (1) Introduction to Early Childhood Professions; or, (2) Early Childhood Guidance Strategies for Children or has been issued a Colorado Pyramid Model Training certificate of completion; 2. Completion of two (2) of the department approved Early Childhood Education courses 3. A current Early Childhood Professional Credential Level I or higher in PDIS

Salary and Compensation

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: $22 - $28 per hour. This pay range is based on your CO Shines Early Childhood Professional Credential level.

Physical Requirements

• Must successfully complete background & fingerprint check
• Must be able to lift, carry, and position children up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to work for extended periods of time standing, walking, kneeling, talking, and sitting on the floor
• Must be able to engage children in outdoor activities for long periods of time, sometimes in inclement weather including rain, snow, and temperatures as low as 5 degrees (preschool)
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor under stressful situations
• Must communicate clearly (written and oral) in English.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

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 work place is often high. 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 and 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

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. Employment with Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation or any of its affiliates is “at will” meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice. This position is in Colorado, and the work is primarily in Steamboat Springs, CO and, as such, employment in this position is subject to the labor and employment laws of the state of Colorado.

Equal Opportunity & Employment Laws

Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates adhere to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.

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. E-Verify Participation Right to Work