Hourly Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood Center Open Pool

About the role

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. The role of the Assistant Teacher is to support Mentor and Classroom Teachers in management of the classroom.

Assistant Teachers are expected to adhere to the mission, policies, and procedures at the ECC as well as State of Colorado licensing requirements, and NAEYC accreditation standards while implementing a Reggio Emilia inspired approach. This is a part-time position with varying weekly hours up to 19 hours per week.

Essential Job Duties

• Support daily classroom operations by implementing classroom routines, maintaining a safe and sanitized environment, and actively supervising and engaging children throughout the day.
• Collaborate with Mentor and Classroom Teachers to implement the Reggio Emilia approach, support children's learning and behavior guidance, and plan engaging activities and provocations.
• Maintain effective communication with staff and families by following ECC policies and procedures, reviewing classroom updates, and positively engaging with parents during drop-off and pick-up times.
• Supervision
• None
• Conditions of Employment
• Pre-employment Background Check

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies, Education, or related field
• 1 year of experience working with young children
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Infant and Child CPR Certified

Preferred Qualifications

• Teamwork and collaboration skills
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills

Pay Rate Range $15.16 - $17.00 per hour

Application Instructions

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

Additional information

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 December 31, 2026. Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

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Background Check Policy Statement

• Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students.
• To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer.
• Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.