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Hours Full-time
Location Frisco, Colorado

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Job Description
We're Hiring: Lead Preschool Teacher at Summit County Preschool!

Do you love working with young children and want to make a real impact each day? Are you looking for a fun, energetic, and rewarding job in a beautiful mountain community? Look no further — Summit County Preschool is the place for you!

We’re currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Preschool Teacher to join our incredible team! This is the perfect opportunity for someone who’s passionate about early childhood education and wants to be part of a supportive, creative, and hands-on learning environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:
  • Leading a classroom of 3 and 4 year-old children with warmth, patience, and joy.
  • Creating engaging weekly lesson plans and fun, developmentally appropriate circle times, art and science projects.
  • Using Teaching Strategies to observe and assess children and their development.
  • Building strong relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
  • Supporting each child's growth and learning through play, routine, and positive guidance.

What We’re Looking For:
  • A fun, caring, and reliable educator who’s excited to make a difference.
  • Strong communication skills and a great work ethic.
  • Someone who enjoys a balance of structure and creativity.
  • Minimum Level 3 on Colorado Shines PDIS is required, or able to receive in 3 months.
  • Bilingual in Spanish/English is a plus, but not required.
  • At least one year of experience working in a childcare setting is required.
  • Experience leading a childcare classroom is strongly preferred.
  • Ability to pass a background check.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Physically able to stand for long periods, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Schedule:
  • Full-time, year-round position.
  • Four 10-hour days (Saturdays and Sundays off with an additional day off during the week).
  • Open hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–5:30 PM.

Perks & Benefits:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Paid Time Off + 17 paid wellness days annually.
  • Paid sick leave.
  • Professional development support.
  • Epic Ski Pass.
  • And more!

Join a team that values your work and supports your growth. Help shape young lives while enjoying an inspiring and joyful work environment.

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Posting ID: 1278667119 Posted: 2026-07-29 Job Title: Lead Preschool Teacher