About this role
Sun Valley Resort is seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and reliable individuals to support both our Preschool and Winter Camp programs for children ages 2–5. This dual-role position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young children's growth through creative play, structured activities, and exceptional guest service. A successful candidate will split time between assisting with preschool programming and leading recreational winter camp activities.
Sun Valley is hiring both year-round and Winter seasonal positions that begin December 1st.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Preschool Support
- Implement daily lesson plans and maintain classroom schedules in coordination with the lead teacher.
- Prepare materials and equipment for lessons and activities.
- Support each child's intellectual, social, and emotional development.
- Maintain clear and positive communication with parents, coworkers, and leadership.
- Assist students one-on-one or in small groups to reinforce concepts or complete assignments.
- Maintain classroom cleanliness, safety, and organization.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable school and state regulations.
- Winter Camp Leadership
- Supervise and engage children during winter camp activities such as snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding, nature adventures, and bowling.
- Collaborate with the team to plan and lead age-appropriate recreational programming.
- Ensure all children's physical and emotional needs are met, including diaper changes and personal care support.
- Foster a fun, inclusive, and safe environment for all campers.
- Maintain cleanliness of recreational areas and equipment.
- Serve as a positive role model, encouraging participation and good behavior.
Qualifications
- Experience working with young children in educational or recreational settings.
- Passion for early childhood development and outdoor adventure.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm, positive, and proactive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Must be physically and emotionally capable of engaging in active play, lifting children, and spending time outdoors in winter conditions.
- Basic computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and split shifts as needed.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally.
- Engage in physical activities like standing for long periods, walking, bending, crouching and utilizing hands for tasks that involve gripping, handling, and reaching.