Executive Director

The Early Learning Center of Aspen (ELC) is looking for an Executive Director to run a non-profit infant through Pre-K school in Aspen, CO.

This position provides the unique opportunity to work in Aspen, Colorado with easy access to world-class skiing, camping, hiking, biking, rafting, fishing, and untold wilderness adventures while still enjoying a sophisticated professional career. We have an inclusive, collegial, and flexible work culture that aims to provide a healthy balance of work and personal time, and we are an equal opportunity employer. The ELC is a nonprofit school with a community of 90-100 children and 30 staff members.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee overall school operations and strategy.
• Lead early childhood development curriculum implementation.
• Lead personnel management and team building.

Requirements:

• Must have early childhood experience.
• Must hold or be close to achieving a Childcare’s Director’s Certificate.
• Strong leadership, financial management, conflict resolution skills, and communication skills.
• Experience with non-profits is recommended.
• Bilingual candidate is preferred.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary ranging from $80,000-$110,000 DOQ plus potential bonuses.
• Benefits for full-time employees include employer contribution to group health insurance, supplemental ski pass or comparable health stipend, simple IRA, paid time off, paid sick time, and paid Continuing Professional Education.

This job description is not exhaustive. Please email interest to jobs@earlylearningaspen.org.