Preschool Lead Teacher

Company: Lake Dillon Preschool
Location: Dillon
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Summary The Early Childhood Toddler Lead Teacher plays a vital role in creating a nurturing, joyful, and well-organized classroom environment. This position leads a cohesive teaching team, thoughtfully coordinates curriculum experiences, and oversees the daily rhythm of the classroom to ensure every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to learn. Our Lead Teachers have a strong understanding of children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development and use this knowledge to create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. They foster a warm, stimulating atmosphere where toddlers are encouraged to explore, grow, and build confidence. Strong communication is at the heart of this role. Lead Teachers build trusting relationships with children, families, and team members, provide guidance and mentorship to classroom staff, and partner with families to support each child’s success. Duties Key Responsibilities Lead by example by modeling best practices, coaching team members, and fostering a positive, collaborative teaching environmentto ensure consistent implementation ofroutinesand safety practices. Design, coordinate, and implement engaging classroom curriculum using developmentallyappropriate practicesthat actively engage children and promote social, cognitive, emotional, and physical development. Observe, document, and assessdevelopment to guide curriculum planning. Perform and supervise daily caregiving routines including diapering, toiletingassistance, handwashing, and feedingin accordance withhealth, sanitation, and safety guidelines. Build strong partnerships with families bymaintainingopen and consistent communication through daily conversations, progress updates, and parent–teacher conferences. Ensure daily classroom operations meet full compliance with all Colorado licensing, health, and safety requirements. Maintain a healthy, safe, and nurturing classroom environment by upholdinghigh standardsfor hygiene, cleanliness, supervision, and security. Demonstrate flexibility in daily job assignments and classroom responsibilities, willinglyadjustingduties and schedules as needed to support classroom operations, staffing needs, and the overall success of the program. Maintain an active andaccurateProfessional Development Information System (PDIS) account, ensuring all requiredtrainings, credentials, and documentation are current and in compliance with state licensing and quality improvement requirements. Actively pursue15 hours ofongoing professional developmenteach yearandmaintaina personal growth plan to support continuous quality improvement. Requirements Additional Knowledge,Skillsand Experience Required High School Diploma/GED, Level II Credential (Or PD Plan to complete) Minimum of1year of professional childcare experience. Strong oral and written communication skills andbasiccomputerskills. Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification. Must clear full background checkand mustpasshealth screening. Physical Requirements Lift, carry, and support children up to 50 pounds Sit, bend, kneel, squat, and move easily between floor and standing positions Participate in playground and classroom activities Tolerate noise, common illnesses, and outdoor weather conditions Perform repetitive tasks such as diapering, feeding, and cleaning Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance EPIC Ski Pass PTO/sick leave IRA matching Childcare discount Professional development Salary supplements

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