Preschool Lead Teacher

Healthy Child Care Colorado

Conifer (CO)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid sick leave

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

FAMLI

401(k) match

Job summary

Mountain Resource Center is seeking a Lead Teacher to work closely with the Preschool Director and a paraprofessional to maintain engaging classrooms and ensure processes align with State Licensing and Curriculum. The role may substitute for the Director when needed and hours vary to meet licensing requirements.

The position emphasizes leadership, adherence to confidentiality, and collaborative planning, with opportunities to contribute to family engagement and summer programs while maintaining

Qualifications

Must have Large Center Director Certification, or at least 1 of the following qualifications.
Colorado Department of Education teaching license in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, or Early Childhood Special Education.
Early Childhood Professional Credential Level II+ (Version 3.0) per CDE.
Minimum 2 years of experience as Lead Teacher, Center Director, or Leadership role.
Current CDA credential for center-based preschool.
At least 2 years 9 months of experience caring for and supervising 4+ children under 6, with related ECE coursework.

Responsibilities

Maintain staff-to-child ratios in all classrooms.
Lead lesson planning, classroom setup, and adherence to rules and regulations.
Ensure timely completion of lesson plans in collaboration with the Director.
Teach and provide support in the classroom to children.
Review schedules, observe staff and children, oversee curriculum implementation and state assessments.
Plan and implement family engagement activities as assigned by Director.
Organize required paperwork for children, staff and licensing per state regs.
Serve as acting Director when required, with signature authority and staff oversight.
Participate in MRC Summer Camp with children aged 3 to 10.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership experience

Confidentiality

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Colorado licensing knowledge

Love for children

Organization

Multitasking

Teamwork

Feedback/Adaptability

Education

Colorado Teaching License (Elementary/ECE)

Early Childhood Credential Level II+

Leadership experience (Center Director/Lead)

CDA Credential (center-based preschool)

2+ years supervising 4+ children under 6; 2+ college ECE courses

Tools

OfficeSuite

Job description

We offer generous PTO and separate sick leave, plus other benefits! Come work for an amazing, award-winning local preschool program that is rated Level Five by Colorado Shines!

Mission

We engage our community with essental services that empower all people to thrive.

Vision

A community that is healthy, secure, and connected.

Scope

Mountain Resource Center stands as the only nonprofit agency within the Highway 285 corridor, dedicated to offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to low-income residents in need. This agency takes a multi-generation approach, addressing the needs of both individuals and families. Its core programs encompass Community Health, Family Education, and Case Management, all working in tandem to make a positive impact on the community.

Position Summary

The Lead Teacher works closely with the Preschool Director and Paraprofessional to ensure that the classroom is engaging, processes are followed per State Licensing and Curriculum, and assessments are completed correctly and on time. This position will also serve as a substitute for the Director when the Director is not in the office for the required hours per State Licensing.

Essential Functions

Maintain staff-to-child ratios in all classrooms.
Lead lesson planning, classroom set up, and adherence to classroom rules and regulations.
Ensure all lesson planning is completed in a timely manner and collaborate with the Director to approve all lesson planning.
Teach and provide support in the classroom, offering guidance to children.
Complete all daily and weekly tasks, including reviewing children’s schedules, observing, and assessing teaching staff and children, overseeing curriculum implementation, and managing the state assessment system.
Contribute to planning and implementing family engagement activities as assigned by Director.
Ensure timely organization of all required paperwork for children, staff, and licensing, in accordance with state licensing regulations, including required emergency plans and drills.
Serve as acting Director when required, with responsibilities such as providing signature authority, managing staff, conducting tours, and overseeing programs activities.
Be an active part of the MRC Summer Camp – taking place the entire month of June working with children in the age ranges of 3 years to 10 years of age.
Any other duties assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Accountabilities

The Lead Teacher demonstrates the following:

Leadership experience and excellent verbal and writen communication skills.
Strict adherence to confidentiality.
Self‑motivated with ability to problem‑solve and make independent decisions.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of Colorado Licensing regulations.
Love for children and passion for teaching.
Organization and attention to detail.
Ability to multi‑task, solve problems, and work in a team and independently.
Willingness to accept feedback and adapt accordingly.
Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
Participation as an MRC team player by attending staff meetings and other organizational events and willingness to share knowledge to advance knowledge and skills of others.
Understanding and agreement to follow all policies, procedures & protocols as set forth in the MRC Employee Handbook, and other directives.
Conformance to a drug‑free workplace, not be under the influence of alcohol and/or other illicit drugs of abuse.
No criminal record or child‑related offenses
A professional, positive, and polite attitude and relationship with other MRC employees, volunteers, clients, and customers.
Ability to work periodically on evenings & weekends as required for programs and special events.
Proof and maintenance of proper legal authorization to work in the United States
Completion of state‑mandated background checks, including a comprehensive criminal history check and fingerprinting.

Credentials, Experience and Qualifications

Must have a Large Center Director Certification, or possess at least 1 of the following qualifications:

A current teaching license issued by the Colorado Department of Education in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education.
Possess a current Early Childhood Professional Credential Level II or higher in Version 3.0 as determined by the CDE.
A minimum of 2 years of experience working as Lead Teacher, Center Director, or Leadership position.
Current certification as a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in center‑based preschool center.
At least 2 years and 9 months of satisfactory experience caring for and supervising 4 or more children less than 6 years of age and at least 2 3-semester credit hour courses from an accredited college in Early Childhood Education.

Compensation and Benefits

Generous PTO
Paid Sick Leave
Employer‑subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Long‑term disability
Life insurance benefits
Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI)
Simple IRA Retirement plan with 3% match

Mountain Resource Center is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ethnic origin, economic status, marital or familial status, disability, military status, genetic information, ancestry, creed, gender identity, and sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Mountain Resource Center vows to be anti‑racist and foster an environment of mutual respect and acceptance. Mountain Resource Center’s values and centers its work on: