Infant Teacher

Overview

Timberline Learning Center seeks caring, growth‑minded educators to join its early childhood team as an Infant Co‑Teacher. In partnership with a mentor teacher, the co‑teacher builds community and encourages children to play, investigate, problem‑solve, and construct new understandings in a welcoming, joyous environment. Co‑teachers support the lead teacher in planning for children’s growth and development by observing, evaluating, and knowing children well.

This role offers the opportunity to grow as an educator while making a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners and their families.

Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education, our staff believe in an image of the child as capable, curious, and eager to learn and make sense of the world. Timberline Learning Center is an early childhood school located in Breckenridge, Colorado, for children ages six weeks to six years old. Timberline’s mission is to educate by cultivating the wonder of learning through meaningful partnerships.

If you are interested in joining our highly dedicated and talented team and enjoy teaching capable and curious young students, please reach out.

• Co‑teachers serve as positive role models and guides for children, facilitate healthy and productive relationships, and implement student‑centered curriculum and responsive classroom routines.
• Help create a safe and nurturing environment that fosters collaboration, cultivates wonder, inspires playful learning and connection.
• Prepare materials and the environment to build upon children’s interests, motivations, and investigations.

• Growth mindset with commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Strong communication skills (oral, written, and digital).
• Full‑time, year‑round availability.
• Ability to pass comprehensive background check (fingerprinting and child‑abuse registry).
• Stable housing in Summit County or surrounding areas.

• Minimum one year of experience working with children ages 0‑6.
• Associate’s degree or higher in education or related field.
• Colorado Shines PDIS Level 2 Credential or above.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).
• Familiarity with Reggio Emilia Approach, Project Approach, or play‑based learning philosophies.

• Comprehensive benefits for full‑time employees (EPIC ski pass, Wellness benefit, 8 paid holidays, Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), vacation time, sick time, vision, dental, childcare discount).