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Position Type:
Early Childhood Education/Lead Teacher
Date Posted:
5/26/2026
Location:
Riverview School
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
08/13/2026
DEFINITION
Under the direct supervision of the Early Childhood Program Director, the person in this position will provide a safe, nurturing environment that is stimulating, for a designated group of children, utilizing developmentally appropriate practices that encourages children's growth and development in the social/emotional, mathematical, language and literacy, physical, and cognitive developmental domains.
PRIMARY DUTIES - The following are examples of primary duties assigned to the Early Childhood Teacher. Other related primary duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Provide for careful and effective supervision of individual and groups of children, on and off campus, in accordance with District established policies and procedures and Colorado's Office of Early Childhood Child Care Licensing Rules.
Maintain and oversee a clean, healthy, organized, developmentally appropriate, positive, and creative learning environment.
Implement the program's curriculum and create quality developmentally appropriate lessons for individual and small groups of children.
Encourage proper behavior and maintain children's safety and learning, through the implementation of the approved behavior guidance plan.
Work cooperatively with the classroom co-teacher or assistant, Early Childhood Coach, and the Early Childhood Special Educator.
Provide coaching and job-embedded training to the classroom assistant teacher as needed.
Maintain accurate attendance and other class related records. Perform routine clerical tasks as needed or assigned.
Assist with snacks and other meals while strictly adhering to health, safety, and food handling rules.
Attend to the physical needs of the children (i.e., feeding, toileting, resting, etc.) while employing all child care and health and safety rules.
Communicate positively and appropriately with parents regarding their child in relationship to the early childhood program. Conduct family-teacher conferences.
Maintain a cooperative relationship with program and building staff.
Provide first aid and health-related services as needed.
Plan for, collect, and input data for the Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment program for all classroom children of record. Utilize Data to monitor child progress and inform lesson design and classroom activities.
Attend required meetings and continuing education sessions and complete Colorado's Office of Early Childhood Child Care Licensing's required trainings and meet the required professional development hours.
Maintain an Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) credential level and an up-to-date Professional Development Information System (PDIS) account.
Implementing Creative Curriculum, Second Step, and Pre-K Kickstart in to you daily lessons plans daily.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Developmental stages and behaviors of preschool age students
Preschool developmentally appropriate instructional practices and strategies
State and local rules pertaining to childcare programs
Curriculum implementation and developmentally appropriate quality lesson planning
Developmental and behavioral characteristics of young children with special needs
Positive guidance and classroom management techniques
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
CPR / First Aid/ Universal Precautions/ Medication Administration training
State and local health, safety, and food handling rules
Ability to:
Pass Child Care Licensing background check and CBI fingerprint check
Supervise a large group of children in a variety of settings
Interact with children in a way that is both nurturing and respectful
Create and implement quality developmentally appropriate lessons utilizing the program's curriculum
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with collegues in the course of work
Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally both orally and in writing
Use a computer and operate modern office equipment
Work independently and with a minimum of direction
Maintain a professional appearance
EXPERIENCE & TRAINING GUIDELINES
Experience: Previous experience in a licensed preschool / child care setting is required.
Training/ Education: A Master's, Bachelor's, or Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or degree accepted by Child Care Licensing or Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential is desired.
Desired Proficiency: A Spanish language C1 level of conversational oral language communication or a C2 level having complete speaking, reading, and writing proficiency in the Spanish language.
Certificate or Credential: Must be qualified as an Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) according to the requirements of the Colorado's Office of Early Childhood Child Care Licensing or have an Early Childhood Level Credential 2.
Current, or willing to update, on First Aid/ CPR/ Universal Precautions/ Medication Administration training and certifications
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work both inside and outside and will frequently be required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time. The employee must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children. The employee must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds. The noise level is usually moderate.
SALARY RANGE AND DAYS WORKED
Hourly range: $22.35 - $27.69/hour, depending on qualified experience
Days worked: Monday - Friday / 185 days/year
Benefits: The Roaring Fork School District offers full district paid employee health benefits as well as voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage. Other benefits include: paid personal and sick leave, paid parental leave for mothers and fathers, a robust retirement plan under Colorado PERA with a district contribution of over 20% of an employee's wages each month, Employee Assistance programs, a district wellness program, and access to discounted ski passes and other community benefits.
With 14 schools and 5,600 students, 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 our 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 our students who come from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.
For more information please contact Lori Brumbaugh at lbrumbaugh@rfschools.com.