Teacher Daycare
About The Position
Find your line at Mt. Hood Meadows, where we turn passion into purpose by delivering unforgettable experiences in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most stunning mountain settings. We believe in creating moments that matter — for our guests, for each other, and for the community. Apply today and join a team that fully embodies the mountain lifestyle. Are you passionate about early childhood education and love the idea of working in a unique, mountain environment? Join the Mt. Hood Meadows Daycare team as a Daycare Teacher and make a difference in the lives of children while enjoying the vibrant energy of a seasonal resort community. As a Daycare Teacher, you’ll be responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young children; all while collaborating with a supportive team and surrounded by the natural beauty of Mt. Hood. You’ll lead your classroom with creativity and care, manage teacher assistants, and design fun, age-appropriate curriculum that keeps kids active, learning, and smiling. If you're adaptable, team-oriented, and ready to bring your enthusiasm and expertise to a fast-paced, guest-focused setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Bonus points if you can ski, snowboard, or speak a second language; but most of all, we’re looking for people who genuinely love working with children and are committed to their safety, growth, and joy. This is a part- or full-time, seasonal position
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Meet the initial (see OAR 414-305-0370) and annual training (see OAR 414-305-0380) requirements and have attained the training required for the position attained.
- Must meet teaching requirements as outlined by the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care.
- Current Infant, Child CPR and First Aid certification and Food Handlers certification
- Current member of the Criminal Background Registry
- Passion for working with children
- Ability to effectively communicate with parents, children, and co-workers
- Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics and scheduling needs of a seasonal business.
Nice To Haves
- Current PSIA/AASI Level I or higher certification
- Willingness, ability, and equipment to teach skiing and/or snowboarding
- Bilingual with ability to speak and/or teach secondary language
- Ski, snowboard, or speak a second language
Responsibilities
- Creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young children
- Collaborating with a supportive team
- Leading your classroom with creativity and care
- Managing teacher assistants
- Designing fun, age-appropriate curriculum that keeps kids active, learning, and smiling
Benefits
- Year-Round Housing Rentals. Subject to Availability
- Ski/Snowboard Season Pass for employee and qualifying dependents
- Gift your lift access to a family member
- Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons & Discounts on Rental Gear
- Buddy Tickets (3 discounted tickets to share)
- Resort Discounts (Food, Retail, Rentals, Lessons, & Daycare)
- Mountain Exchange Program (Ability to request free lift access to regional resorts)
- Industry Pro Deals (ExpertVoice, Outdoor Prolink, Helly Hansen, & More!)
- Special invites to Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailers
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free Employee Transportation from Hood River & Sandy
- Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses
- Access to Team Wellness Programs
- Team Appreciation Events/Dinners
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
