Preschool Assistant Teacher – Outdoor Learning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free Alterra Mountain Pass

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation in Colorado is seeking an Assistant Early Childhood Teacher to provide care for children birth to 5 years, deliver education, and support classroom teams. This role emphasizes safety, learning, and family communication in an inclusive environment.

The position requires knowledge of child development, flexibility for varied ages, and ability to lead in outdoor activities.

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 and abilities in inclusive classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, healthy, and secure environment with emphasis on children’s social-emotional, physical, and cognitive needs.
• Perform daily child care duties as assigned and assist in other classrooms as needed.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and complete required trainings including 15 hours/year.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate professionally with parents and staff.
• Engage children in outdoor activities and collaborate with teaching professionals.

Skills

Child development knowledge

English communication

Team collaboration

Ages 0-5 flexibility

Education

Colorado Pyramid Model Training certificate

Early Childhood Education courses

Early Childhood Professional Credential Level I (PDIS)

Job description

Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation in Colorado is seeking an Assistant Early Childhood Teacher to provide care for children birth to 5 years, deliver education, and support classroom teams. This role emphasizes safety, learning, and family communication in an inclusive environment.

The position requires knowledge of child development, flexibility for varied ages, and ability to lead in outdoor activities.