Tri-County Head Start

Tri-County Head Start is thrilled to receive funding from the Office of Head Start to build new facilities in Cortez and Durango, Colorado. This investment will have a profound impact on our children, families, teachers, and communities now and into the future.

Tri-County Head Start is thrilled to receive funding from the Office of Head Start to build new facilities in Cortez and Durango, Colorado. This investment will have a profound impact on our children, families, teachers, and communities now and into the future.

NOW Hiring!!! Looking to join a team of enthusiastic professionals? Are you passionate about the education of young children? We’re Hiring Difference Makers. We’re eager to invest in your career so you can grow, thrive, and feel good about your work. No nights or weekends and paid time off!? Apply Today! www.tchs4c.org/careers Located in the southwest corner of Colorado, Tri-County Head Start has been serving children and low-income families for over 40 years. Our dedicated staff and early childhood education professionals work hard to provide quality programs at nine licensed centers in La Plata, Archuleta, and Montezuma counties. Tri-County Head Start employees have endless opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others. With ample opportunities for growth in both education and social services, working at Tri-County Head Start means you can develop your career alongside your community. You will earn the tools and resources needed for career success and make a difference in the lives of your community’s children and families. A career at Tri-County Head Start offers training and advancement, community impact, and work-life balance. Eligible employee benefits include: Paid professional development Generous leave package, including paid sick leave and personal leave Over three weeks of paid breaks and holidays: Indigenous Peoples' Day, Thanksgiving, winter and spring breaks, Martin Luther King Day, and Labor Day? Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees Employee contribution to a 403(b) retirement savings account TCHS supports continuing education toward a BA or AA degree in Early Childhood Education. Currently hiring for the following positions. Details are listed in the job postings on our website. Toddler Teacher at Durango North Head Start Preschool Teacher 2 at Durango North Head Start Preschool Teacher 2 in Pagosa Springs - Starting August 2024 Toddler Teacher in Pagosa Springs Substitutes at Durango North All positions are open until filled; EEO Employer To apply, go to tchs4c.org/careers.

Tri-County Head Start is thrilled to be working with the City of Durango and Reynolds Ash & Associates to build a new Head Start center along with affordable housing. Check out the Herald article. https://lnkd.in/gWtfy6Ys

Jaden graduated from Superior High School in Superior, Montana, and lettered in wrestling and football. Jaden received a full college scholarship to Flathead Valley Community College. After completing an associate degree in graphic design and engineering, Jaden plans to attend either Montana State University-Bozeman or Western University. We are cheering you on Jaden!

Together we're tackling affordable workforce housing and child care in a joint project!

Spent the week in Washington attending the National Head Start Association Leadership Institute and meeting with Senators to advocate for funding to increase salaries for early childhood teachers. Teachers deserve to be paid what they are worth.