Early Childhood Lead Teacher

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We are looking for someone who is patient, energetic, works well with a team, has a great sense of humor, and is qualified as an early childhood teacher through the Department of Human Services.

• Receives direct supervision from the Early Childhood Director.
• May receive guidance from the Early Childhood Special Educator.
• Provides coaching or training to paraprofessionals as needed.

• Provide careful and effective supervision of individual and groups of children, on and off campus.
• Maintain and oversee a positive, developmentally appropriate, organized, and creative learning environment.
• Work with individual students and small groups of students.
• Encourage proper behavior and maintain children’s safety through the implementation of the approved behavior guidance plan.
• Maintain records, including attendance.
• Maintain classroom environment in a sanitary, neat and orderly manner.
• Assist with snacks and other meals as appropriate, including maintaining a clean environment for snacks and meals.
• Attend to the physical needs of the children (feeding, toileting, resting, etc.).
• Perform routine clerical tasks as needed or assigned.
• Communicate positively and appropriately with parents regarding their child in relation to the early childhood program.
• Assist with parent teacher conferences.
• Maintain a cooperative relationship with school staff.
• Assure the health and safety of children by following health and safety practices and regulations.
• Provide first aid and health-related services as needed.
• Collect and input data for the Creative Curriculum GOLD program for all students on IEPs or in CPP, as well as for tuition‑paying four‑year‑olds; data is then used to monitor student progress and guide lesson design and classroom activities to help children meet the CO State Preschool Standards.
• Attend required continuing education classes and adhere to guidelines set by the District and the Colorado Department of Human Services.

• Preschool instructional/tutorial procedures and practices
• Developmental stages and behaviors of preschool age students
• Developmental and behavioral characteristics of students with special needs
• Basic methods used in overseeing and directing student's activities in a variety of age‑appropriate settings
• Positive guidance and classroom management techniques
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation
• CPR / First Aid / Universal Precautions / Medication Administration training
• Modern office procedures and methods

• Supervise a variety of student groups in a variety of settings
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Operate and use modern office equipment
• Communicate with Spanish‑speaking families
• Provide specialized enrichment opportunities for students
• Work independently and with a minimum of direction
• Maintain a professional appearance while at work
• Interact with children in a way that is both nurturing and respectful

Hourly range: $22.35 - $27.69 per hour, depending on qualified experience.

Days worked:
Monday - Friday (252 days/year).

• Full district‑paid employee health benefits
• Voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage
• Paid personal and sick leave
• Paid parental leave for mothers and fathers
• Retirement plan under Colorado PERA with district contribution over 20% of wages each month
• Employee Assistance programs
• District wellness program
• Access to discounted ski passes and other community benefits

The Roaring Fork School District is located in the culturally vibrant and naturally stunning Roaring Fork Valley serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt. A highly competitive and progressive salary schedule, access to an affordable housing program, and a culture of self‑care and well‑being. We believe diversity is a strength, and our staff makes a real difference for students from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio‑economic backgrounds.

For more information please contact Lori Brumbaugh at

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Education and Training
• Industries:
  Education Administration Programs