A Master's Degree in an appropriate discipline and at least 6 months (910 hours) of experience in an education setting with young children,
OR an ECE teaching license with at least 6 months (910 hours) of experience in an education setting with young children,
OR the combination of all of the following:
A Bachelor's Degree in a directly related discipline, AND
At least 6 months of experience (910 hours) in an education setting with young children, AND
A level IV or higher in the Colorado PDIS system.
Experience in a Reggio Emilia-inspired Early Childhood setting;
Experience mentoring early childhood educators and/or ECE college students.
Application Instructions
This is an open pool posting . Applications will be reviewed as hiring needs arise, and qualified applicants may be contacted by the director if a suitable opportunity becomes available. This pool will expire on June 30, 2026. Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.
Please submit (upload) the following documents as a single pdf or attach up to 5 documents under the "Resume" section :
Cover letter addressing the requirements of the position
Resume
Unofficial transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
(Optional) either an ECE teaching license or a Colorado Early Childhood Professional Credential of IV or above
Salary Range
$55,000 - $56,500
Required Application Documents
Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Special Required Documentation, Transcripts
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Background Check Policy Statement
EEO
Benefits
Health insuranceVision insurancePaid time off
Additional Information
Job Description
The Department of Human Development and Family Studies seeks applications throughout the year from individuals who are interested in obtaining non-tenure track teaching positions within the CSU Early Childhood Center working with young children between the ages of 6 weeks to 6 years. ECC teachers adhere to the mission, policies, and procedures of the ECC as well as State of Colorado licensing requirements and NAEYC accreditation standards while implementing a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach.
Full Consideration Date
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. (MT) on June 30, 2026 . Applicants wishing to remain in the pool after this date must reapply.
Essential Job Duties
These are full-time, 12-month appointments with competitive salaries and full benefits including health insurance, paid vacations, and 9 free credits of CSU tuition per year. The role of a Mentor Teacher is to provide management of the classroom, supervision of intern and practicum students, and guidance of Classroom Teachers and Assistant Teachers. The role of a Classroom Teacher is to work with a Mentor Teacher to provide management of the classroom and guidance of Assistant Teachers.
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Supervision
This position reports to the Director of the Early Childhood Center.
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