Employment Opportunities
Executive Director
Position Summary
Breckenridge Montessori seeks a mission-driven Executive Director to lead all aspects of school operations, including staff leadership, program oversight, fundraising, grantwriting, financial management, and community engagement. The Executive Director partners closely with the Board of Directors to ensure organizational sustainability and program excellence.
Breckenridge Montessori is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, American Montessori Society full-member preschool serving families in Summit County, Colorado and the surrounding mountains. Our mission is to foster early childhood potential through high-quality Montessori education enriched by nature, play, cultural experiences, and the unique offerings of our mountain community.
We are a small, close-knit school of 20 students, three classroom staff and an Executive Director in a single mixed-age classroom ages 2.5-6 years, where teamwork, collaboration, and a positive culture shape our daily work. We seek a Director with strong leadership, people management and business administration skills.
Our school is located in downtown Breckenridge, CO, a vibrant mountain community offering year-round outdoor recreation, including skiing, hiking, and biking.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Staff Development: hire, develop, and lead a high-performing team; oversee onboarding, scheduling, performance management, and staff retention while fostering a positive, professional culture.
Student Experience & Educational Oversight: ensure a safe, respectful, and engaging Montessori learning environment; support instructional quality, student wellbeing, and enrichment programming.
Family Engagement & Enrollment: oversee enrollment and retention; serve as the primary point of contact for families; foster strong relationships and responsive communication to support student success.
Operations, Compliance & Facilities: manage day-to-day operations and facility needs; ensure full compliance with all licensing, health, safety, regulatory, insurance, and legal requirements.
Financial Management & Fundraising: oversee budgeting, tuition collection, payroll, and financial reporting; lead fundraising and grant efforts to support long-term sustainability.
Board & Community Relations: serve as liaison to the Board of Directors; represent the organization within the community and actively promote the value of Montessori education.
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree
Current Large Center Childcare Director Certification by Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC), or ability to obtain
Current Level III Credential by CDEC or ability to obtain
Leadership and management experience
Strong communication skills
CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain
Ability to pass all required criminal background checks
Must be 18 years or older
Preferred:
Montessori Educator Certificate, credential and/or experience
Nonprofit or business administration education and/or experience
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $80,000-$90,000 depending on experience and CDEC Professional Credentials
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental)
401(k) retirement plan and match
Sick days: 6 paid (as required by law)
Approximately 6 weeks off each year
Breckenridge Recreation Center Pass
Breckenridge/Keystone Ski Pass
Access to Elevated Essentials Program
Housing available upon request and approval
Professional development and paid training opportunities
How to Apply
Please submit a resume and cover letter to the Board of Directors:breckmontessoribod@gmail.com
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Breckenridge Montessori is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. All offers are contingent upon successful background checks and credential verification.
Classroom Assistant (Full-Time)
Position Summary
Breckenridge Montessori is seeking a passionate and dedicated Assistant Classroom Teacher for ages 2.5-6 years to support our Lead Teacher and help create a nurturing, engaging Montessori classroom.
This role is ideal for someone who loves working with young children in an active, hands-on environment and is excited to grow as an educator. Our Montessori-trained lead teacher brings deep passion for the Montessori philosophy and mentors assistants as valued members of the teaching team.
We are a small, close-knit school of just 20 students in a single mixed-age classroom, where teamwork, collaboration, and a positive culture are essential. Our community values grace and courtesy, well-being, connection, and lifelong learning, and we’re looking for someone with a growth mindset who is eager to contribute and develop in their role through professional development support. Our school community is strong, supportive, and truly special and we would love to share it with you.
Located on historic Main Street in beautiful Breckenridge, our nonprofit preschool is surrounded by mountain views, local cafés, and vibrant community life. This is a unique opportunity to do meaningful work with young children while enjoying the lifestyle of an iconic Colorado mountain town, with world-class skiing, hiking, and outdoor adventure just outside your door.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Lead Teacher with classroom lessons and activities
Actively supervise children during classroom work, free play, and outdoor exploration
Support classroom routines including nap time, bathroom needs, and transitions
Help maintain a clean and organized classroom and facilities space
Provide introductory lessons and assist children with Montessori learning materials
Support a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment
Maintain a consistent and positive approach to communication with children, parents and staff across oral and written platforms.
Bring dependability, patience, and enthusiasm to daily work with young children.
Qualifications
Experience working with children required
Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
CDEC Early Childhood Teacher qualification preferred
Montessori experience helpful but not required
Must be 18 years or older
Must pass FBI, CBI and Child Abuse/Neglect background checks
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain with organization support)
Compensation & Benefits
$28–$32 per hour depending on experience and CDEC Professional Credential Level
35-hour work week Monday–Thursday (7:45am–4:30pm) required
Additional work hours available on Fridays
Paid holidays and 50+ additional days off (mix of paid and unpaid)
Access to the Elevated Health Essentials Program
Health Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Keystone/Breckenridge ski pass
Professional development and paid training opportunities
Housing available upon request and approval
To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to: infobreckmontessori@gmail.com
Breckenridge Montessori is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.