Preschool Teacher 2 at Pagosa Springs

Preschool Teacher 2 at Pagosa Springs Head Start

Join our dynamic organization. We are passionate about the impact we have on the families, children, and the communities we serve.

Tri-County Head Start employees have endless opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others. You will gain national and federal curriculum-building experience, earn the tools and resources needed for career success, and make a difference in the lives of your community’s children and families.

A career at Tri-County Head Start offers training and advancement, community impact, and work-life balance. Eligible employee benefits include;

• We Value Work/Life Balance! Employees receive over 4 weeks of Paid Time Off, which includes holiday breaks & personal days. In addition, employees receive paid sick days per policy. 
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (for eligible employees)
• Employee contribution to a 403(b) retirement savings account.
• Supportive Team Environment – Our staff work alongside each other, creating an environment where communication, collaboration, and a shared commitment to doing great work are valued and shared.
• Paid professional development

Preschool Teacher 2 (Aide): Full Time, part-year; 35 hours a week August to May.  Summers off.  Schedule:  Monday through Thursday, 7:15 am  -  3:00 pm, and Fridays, 8:00 am -12:00 pm.  

This position serves in a classroom to provide an appropriate social and emotional environment to expand children’s ability to learn, grow, and build trusting relationships.  This role works in a classroom-based setting with typically and atypically developing children and provides daily supervision and support for children’s developmental needs.  

The wage range is $17.21 to $25.25, depending on education and experience.

The minimum requirements for this position are:

• Must be 18 years of age and have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• Willing to obtain the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) within 1 year of hire.  Tri-County Head Start will provide opportunities for training and support to obtain a teacher’s qualification, including CDA support and coaching.
• Previous experience working in early childhood with children ages birth through five years preferred.

Apply online at tchs4c.org/careers/

Durango 4C Council/Tri-County Head Start is an Equal Opportunity Employer.