Assistant Educator

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it’s your first time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world. 

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success. 

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons  
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, mountain shuttles AND during the summer on bike haul, golf and other activities 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan  
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Excellent training and professional development 
• Referral Program 

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus: 

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents 
• Critical Illness and Accident plans 

Job Summary

Mount Snow Child Care is looking for Assistant Educators to join our team of early educators.  Programming in our five classrooms ranging from infants through prekindergarten focuses on play based learning experiences and exploration of Mount Snow within our early childhood education program and non-recurring program. Year-round or seasonal and full-time or part-time positions available.

The Assistant Educator will support the Lead Educators in providing a stimulating, safe, and developmentally appropriate educational environment where children have the opportunity to develop cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. The Assistant Educator will support the Lead Educator in developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum and managing the day-to-day operational activities in the classroom.  The Assistant Educator will support the Lead Educator with ensuring a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed.  This position will comply with all company and department policies along with following all state licensing regulations.  Both year-round and seasonal positions available.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage:  $20 - $26 / hour
• Shift & Schedule Availability:  Full Time, Year Round

Job Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of curriculum through classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Support co-teachers with the planning of individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive, emotional and physical growth
• Support the frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports & parent-teacher conferences
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met
• Support co-teachers with ensuring a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards, and safety and security of children
• Support the maintenance of accurate records, forms and files
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement
• Support a positive teaching team, and a positive and welcoming environment for children and guests
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Must meet the requirements of at least a Teacher Assistant outlined by Vermont's Child Care Licensing Regulations; High School Diploma/ GED and approved higher education credits.
• At least 1 year of professional child care experience.
• Must Meet state licensing requirements for positon qualifications.
• Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Certifications (can obtain within 4 weeks of start date).
• Ability to handle a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work well with others and foster a team environment.
• Strong understanding of child development, and open to professional development opportunities.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and emerging leadership skills.
• Ability to follow all procedures and guidelines as outlined in the employee handbook and state licensing regulations manual.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Must clear full background check
• Must be at least 18 years old.

The budgeted range starts at $20 - $26.  Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID 481307