Full-Time
Lead Teacher
Posted on 9/11/2026
Stratton Mountain Resort
Compensation Overview
$24 - $27/hr
Stratton, VT, USA
In Person
May require weekend and holiday work.
Associate's, Certification
Category
 Education (1) |
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Required Skills
CPR
First Aid
Requirements
- At least 20 years of age.
- At least one year of experience working with children in Grade 3 or younger.
- Meet or exceed Vermont state qualifications for Teacher Associate.
- Hold an associate degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or a related field; or hold a Child Care Certificate from Community College of Vermont; or have 21 related college credits.
- Hold First Aid and CPR certification, or be able to obtain it within one month of hire.
- Ability to lift 40 pounds regularly and remain active throughout the day without scheduled breaks.
- Comfort working in a high-energy, sometimes loud environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with the team.
- Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor childcare settings.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum that promotes learning through play and exploration.
- Create a welcoming and engaging classroom environment that fosters growth.
- Observe and assess children’s development over time.
- Greet and interact with parents and guardians in a welcoming and professional manner.
- Share updates on each child’s daily experience and respond to questions or concerns.
- Collaborate with the Childcare Supervisor and Manager to resolve issues promptly.
- Lead parent-teacher meetings twice annually.
- Work cooperatively with childcare staff to maintain a supportive, positive work environment.
- Participate in staff meetings and training sessions, and complete 24 hours of annual professional development.
- Participate in monthly lead teacher meetings to share best practices and enhance the program.
- Communicate effectively with seasonal and year-round co-teachers.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.
- Assist in maintaining shared spaces.
- Follow state childcare regulations and Stratton Childcare Center policies.
- Wear required protective equipment and participate in emergency drills and procedures.
- Serve as a mandated reporter for suspected child abuse or neglect, following Department for Children and Families guidelines.