Preschool Teacher - Head Start

Preschool Teacher

Exciting things are happening at Tri-County Head Start! 

This summer, our Durango program will be moving into a brand new, state-of-the-art child care facility , designed with top-notch early learning spaces as well as modern safety and security features to support quality early childhood education, collaboration, and care. This is a wonderful opportunity to join our team during an exciting season of growing and shaping a fresh learning environment for children, families, and staff. 

Position Summary

The Preschool Teacher leads in a classroom setting, creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children. Plans daily classroom routines, activities, and lessons to engage children and support their social, emotional, and developmental needs. Implements IEPs and curriculum-based assessments.

Schedule: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:15 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Friday 7:15 - 11:15 am
Pay Range: $21.14–$25.25 per hour, depending on education and experience

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Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Previous experience working with preschool children
• Associate’s in Child Development/ECE or equivalent coursework
• Background checks are required for hire

Eligible Employee Benefits

Paid professional development.
Generous leave package, including paid sick and personal time.
Over four weeks of paid breaks and holidays , including Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples Day, Thanksgiving break, winter break, spring break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, and July 4.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
403(b) retirement savings plan.

Employees have meaningful opportunities to be a Difference Maker in the lives of children and families. We are eager to invest in your career through training, coaching, and advancement opportunities so you can grow, thrive, and feel good about your work.

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