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Pueblo County School District 70

Preschool Lead Teacher

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A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

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Job Description

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Preschool Lead Teacher JobID:
7407
Position Type:
Support Staff/ Preschool Lead Teacher Date Posted:
8/11/2026
Location:
Sierra Vista Elementary Date Available:
2026-2027
School Year Closing Date:
8/15/2026 or until filled District 70's
Mission:
To Educate Each Student to Achieve His or Her Full Academic Potential We see D70 as a place where all children and adults are valued, similarities and differences are addressed, individuals are respected, and all children are treated as our most valuable resource and best hope for the future. We see a safe and trusting environment where children and adults are actively engaged in lifelong learning. We see a partnership with our schools and communities that flexibly responds to the educational needs of all learners in an ever-changing world. Pueblo County School District 70 is located in beautiful Pueblo, Colorado, where the Fountain and Arkansas Rivers converge and the eastern foothills of the Rocky Mountains meet the Great Plains. Established in 1950 through the consolidation of 35 smaller districts, District 70 is one of Colorado's largest geographical school districts. With a commitment to excellence, we educate a diverse student body of more than 10,000 from Pueblo County and surrounding areas. Join us on a journey of academic excellence and community spirit.
Job Information:
Position :
Preschool Lead Teacher Location :
Sierra Vista Elementary School Work Year :
155 Days, 151
Student Contact Days Salary Range :
$18.68
  • $47.09 per hour ($18.63
  • $26.
93 depending on education and experience for external candidates)
FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt (Classified)
Job Summary:
The overall objective of this position is to support the preschool student in maintaining adequate yearly academic growth. Participate and facilitate multiple instructional strategies as assigned by supervisor. Assist in organizing and maintaining academic materials and lessons for students as mandated by the students individual needs. Participate in record keeping on individual students as required by their individual education plans and Medicaid requirements. Disperse medications and perform health related tasks as delegated by the School Nurse and other Supervisors. (Training will occur through the school nurse). Participate in collaborative educational experiences for students as outlined by the Qualified Preschool Director. Assist individual students' hygiene, feeding, and transferring needs as deemed appropriate by students' educational needs. Maintain student and staff confidentiality as required by state and federal law.
Job Description :
Please review the full job description link found at the bottom of this posting for qualifications and details.
Qualifications:
Required:
High School Diploma or GED Required:
Must be Highly Qualified (Highly Qualified is defined as having 48 credit hours from an accredited college or university, having successfully passed the Work Keys Test or Praxis Test for Paraprofessionals OR having an Associates Degree or higher).
Required:
Must have successfully passed the following college level courses:
ECE 101 & ECE 103 OR
successfully complete Pyramid Plus and Expanding Quality in Infant Toddler Care through Children First.
Condition of Employment :
Applicants must be willing to participate in District No. 70 Payroll Direct Deposit Program. All hires will complete a background check. Procedure for
Application :
A Certified Application must be submitted on-line at www.district70.org. Incomplete applications or those not fully submitted will not be forwarded for review.
Benefits:
Based on employment status, District 70 offers a variety of benefits including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Annual leave, vacation, and holiday pay
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Cafeteria Plan (Section 125)
  • PERA Retirement
  • Access to additional benefits through optional payroll deduction A full list of benefits is located on our website under the District Information Tab in the Human Resources Department.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
In compliance with Titles
VI & VII
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Pueblo County School District 70 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is prohibited accordance with state and/or federal law. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. The following person(s) have been identified as the compliance officer for the district: Robert DiPietro, Superintendent Name of title of employee designated as District Compliance Coordinator 24951 US Highway 50 East, Pueblo, CO 81006 Address 719-295-6548 Telephone number nondiscrimination@district70.org Email
DECLARACI
ÓN
DE NO DISCRIMINACI
ÓN El Distrito Escolar 70 del Condado de Pueblo no discrimina ilegalmente por motivos de raza, credo, color, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad/expresión de género, estado civil, origen nacional, religión, origen nacional, edad, discapacidad, necesidad de servicios de educación especial, información genética, estado de embarazo o parto, u otro estado protegido por la ley en la admisión o acceso, tratamiento o empleo en sus programas o actividades educativas. Además, la falta de habilidades en el idioma inglés no es una barrera para la admisión o participación en actividades. Las consultas sobre ADA, Sección 504, Título VI y Título IX pueden dirigirse al Superintendente de Escuelas, 301 28th Lane, Pueblo, Colorado 81001. 719-295-6548 or nondiscrimination@district70.org.
REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions under ADA. Inquiries about accommodations may be addressed to the Department of Personnel Services, 24951 Highway 50 East, Pueblo, Colorado, 81006 or hr@district70.org. Attachment(s): Preschool Lead Teacher July 18 2023.docx Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 8/11/2026 9:28:55 PM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions
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