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Douglas County School District

Public school district in Douglas County, Colorado

BASE Teacher Leader

Part-TimePosted on 10/20/2026Deadline 11/20/27
$61.1k - $76.8k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's, Associate's
Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
In Person
EducationEarly Childhood Education

About the job

Requirements
  • Any one of the listed Early Childhood Teacher qualification pathways is required: a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Psychology, Elementary Education, or Family and Child Development; a bachelor's degree in an unrelated area plus two specified three-semester-hour ECE courses; a two-year college degree in Early Childhood Education with at least 60 semester hours and six months (910 verified hours) of experience; 12 semester hours in ECE including two specified courses plus nine months (1,395 verified hours) supervising at least four unrelated children under age six; Child Development Associate Certification; a vocational or occupational sequence in child growth and development plus 12 months (1,820 hours) of verified relevant experience; or two specified ECE courses plus at least 24 months (3,640 verified hours) of relevant supervisory experience.
  • At least one year (1,820 verified hours) of preschool classroom experience is required; this qualification alone does not count as ECT qualification and does not permit unsupervised work with children.
  • Familiarity with Colorado State Licensing and Health Department rules and regulations is required.
  • CPR, First Aid, and Standard Precautions certification is required.
  • Proficiency in technology is required.
  • The role requires the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders to support positive outcomes.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills are required, including the ability to read and comprehend written, graphic, and oral instructions in English.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills are required.
Responsibilities
  • Teach a classroom of children ages three to four or four to five in cooperation with and under the supervision of a Lead Teacher.
  • Maintain current knowledge of and compliance with state licensing rules and regulations and Health Department rules and regulations.
  • Sanitize and disinfect classroom surfaces and items as required by state rules and regulations.
  • Participate in the life of the school through clubs, sports, community service, or the character program.
  • Monitor lunch and/or hallways.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Elementary Principal or Preschool Director.
  • Carry out sound financial planning, management, and accountability to promote sustainability, transparency, and openness.
  • Collaborate with staff to develop, implement, and continuously improve program activities that give children opportunities to learn and develop skills, explore interests, experience self-worth and belonging, and contribute to the community.
  • Promote positive behavior and healthy peer relationships, including strategies supporting children's social and emotional regulation and development.
  • Collaborate with families and other involved providers to understand highly impacted children's strengths and needs and develop strategies for safe and meaningful participation.
  • Develop, maintain, and continuously evaluate supervision systems and practices.
  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience implementing the Core Knowledge Sequence and classical teaching methods is desired.
  • Passion for early childhood education is desired.
  • Passion for developing an appropriate whole-school culture for preschool through grade 12 is desired.
  • Precise, persuasive, and effective interpersonal communication and writing skills are desired.
  • An entrepreneurial attitude, sound decision-making, and well-developed management skills are desired.
  • Accountability for one's actions and decisions and comfort holding others accountable are desired.
  • An accessible, open-minded approach to students, staff, parents, and the community is desired.
  • Dedication to serving as a leader and role model at the school and in the community is desired.

About the company

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Douglas County School District

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Douglas County School District is a public school system serving children from preschool through high school in Douglas County, Colorado. Families choose among neighborhood schools, charter and magnet schools, online learning and home education options, with open enrollment subject to available space. Academic pathways include career and technical education, International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement courses, alongside gifted and special education services. An elected Board of Education sets district policy, while schools have flexibility to shape their instructional programs. Founded in 1958, the district is headquartered in Castle Rock, Colorado.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Castle Rock, CO

Founded

1958

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