Assistant Early Childhood Teacher - Year Round - Full Benefits
Company: Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: August 7, 2022
Job Description:
Please note, this position is located at Steamboat Resort in
Steamboat Springs, CO.Who We Are: Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. is
known as the friendliest mountain destination in the world, thanks
to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on
hiring the best employees and providing an outstanding experience
for our staff and guests alike. Working at Steamboat Resort can be
the most rewarding seasonal experience or become a lifelong career.
You will also be a part of Steamboats future as we move full steam
ahead with the resorts largest transformation and redevelopment in
history. Find out more about this exciting project
atwww.steamboat.com/fullsteamahead. Fair warning: Starting a job at
Steamboat will lead to endless fun, lifelong friendships, and a
rooted sense of community. Who Were Looking For:Friendly folks who
want to work at the best ski resort, play in Champagne Powder and
meet friends from around the world. Our culture is supportive,
challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity
makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who
exemplify these qualitiesand care about each other, our mission,
our environment and our communities. If you like to provide
incredible guest service with a friendly attitude, youre ready to
join our team. If your dream job includes skiing and riding,
interacting with guests, rewarding work, free concerts, fireworks,
employee parties and more-wed love to hear from you! Perks &
Benefits: Steamboat offers many exciting perks and benefits
including a Alterra Mountain Company ski pass for you and eligible
dependents, competitive compensation, free bus passes to
surrounding areas, retail/rental discounts, food & beverage
discounts, industry pro deal discounts, friends & family discounted
tickets subject to restrictions, reservations and/or blackout
dates. Steamboat also offers access to employee housing (based on
availability and employment status), a 401(k) plan with a generous
company match, Employee Assistance Program, Sick Pay and a chance
to learn and advance within Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. Steamboat
employees are also eligible for discounted tuition with partner
online universities for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to
further their education. Steamboat is opening a state of the art,
year-round Child Care Center. If it's been your dream to work with
children with the most incredible mountain backdrop to call home,
then apply today. This position will start October 31st and
continue Year Round. Our Early Childhood Teacher Assistants are
responsible for the education, supervision, and the care of the
children of our SSRC employees. Following all state rules and
regulations to provide a safe, educational, and fun environment for
children to grow and learn. Come experience all that Steamboat has
to offer while enjoying an incredibly rewarding career. Detailed
job description, including responsibilities, work performed, tools
or equipment used, etc.:
- Provide a safe, healthy, and secure environment with an
emphasis on childrens social-emotional, physical, and cognitive
needs
- Perform daily child care duties as assigned including feeding,
diapers/potty, and naps
- Help in other classrooms as needed
- Ensure compliance with all legal requirements
- Register in the PDIS and complete all required trainings
including 15 hours of continuing education/year. Provide
documentation to Director
- Maintain confidentiality
- Be prepared to engage children in outdoor activities for long
periods of time, sometimes in inclement weather
- Attend all staff meetings and trainings
- Work cooperatively on a team with other teaching
professionals
- Provide positive guidance and redirection
- Implement behavior plans for children with challenging
behavior
- Maintain professional communication with parents and other
staff
- Support children and families with potty training if
applicable
- Attend back-to-school night
- Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as
any regulatory requirements
- Other duties, as assigned Minimum skills, experience, education
and ability required for this job:
- 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
- Skills and ability to inspire and lead children through a large
variety of indoor and outdoor activities
- Willingness to engage children in outdoor activities for long
periods of time, sometimes in inclement weather
- Ability to maintain professional communication with parents,
supervisors, co-teachers, and assistants
- Ability to work cooperatively with a teaching team to create a
safe and cognitively stimulating environment
- Experience in environmental education or nature-based
preschools preferred
- Routine sanitizing and disinfesting of toys and surfaces Must
meet the qualifications for an Assistant Early Childhood Teacher.
An Assistant Early Childhood Teacher must meet one of the following
qualifications: 1. Completion of one of the following Early
Childhood Education courses with a course grade of C or better: (1)
Introduction to Early Childhood Professions; or, (2) Early
Childhood Guidance Strategies for Children or has been issued a
Colorado Pyramid Model Training certificate of completion; and a
minimum of nine months (1,365 hours) of verified experience in the
care and supervision of four (4) or more children less than eight
(8) years of age who are not related to the individual. Assistant
Early Childhood Teachers must be enrolled in and attending the
second (2nd) Early Childhood Education course, which will be used
as the basis for their qualification for the position of Early
Childhood Teacher; or, 2. Completion of two (2) of the department
approved Early Childhood Education courses 3. A current Early
Childhood Professional Credential Level I or higher in PDIS
- Must be able to work in a busy and sometimes stressful
atmosphere while maintaining composure and good communication
skills
- Must be flexible and willing to work with children of all ages
0-5 and abilities in inclusive classrooms
- Must be able to engage children in outdoor activities for long
periods of time, sometimes in inclement weather including rain,
snow, and temperatures as low as 5 degrees (preschool)
- Must be able to work for extended periods oftime standing,
walking, kneeling, talking, and sitting on the floor
- Must be able to register in the PDIS and complete a minimum of
15 clock hours of continuing education each year
- Ability to adhere to all health and safety policies and program
policies and procedures
- Ability to adhere to all legal requirements
- Interact and maintain positive relationships with guests,
co-workers and management consistent with Steamboat Ski and Resort
Companys Service Excellence standards Physical Requirements:
- Must successfully complete background & fingerprint check
- Must be able to lift, carry, and position children up to 40
pounds
- Must be able to work for extended periods oftime standing,
walking, kneeling, talking, and sitting on the floor
- Ability to maintain a calm demeanor under stressful
situations.
- Must communicate clearly (written and oral) in English.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Miscellaneous
information:
- This is an hourly non-exempt position and is subject to
overtime pay
- Position requires working some holidays
- All Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation employees are required
to follow adapting COVID policies and guidelines. The base hourly
pay range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat
Ski & Resort Corporation hourly pay range for this position. Actual
pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various
factors including but not limited to experience, education,
training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of
production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel.
The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski & Resort
Corporations total compensation package for employees. Other
rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many
region-specific benefits. Steamboat area base hourly pay range:
$19.00 - $21.00 per hour Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation is an
Equal Opportunity EmployerRequired
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