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.
$50,500 - $51,000
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. (MT) on December 31, 2026. Applicants wishing to remain in the pool after this date must reapply.
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 Classroom Teacher is to work with a Mentor Teacher to provide management of the classroom and guidance of Assistant Teachers. 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.
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
This position reports to the Director of the Early Childhood Center.
Please submit (upload) the following documents as a single pdf or attach up to 5 documents under the "Resume" section:
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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