Job Title: Early Childhood Teacher (P-2)

Department: Children's Center

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 2080 Hours per year
• 12 Months per year
• 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts college with 2,300 students from around the world. Employees set the stage for student success by bringing their diverse experience and knowledge to the table. The college actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. 

Job Summary

Under minimal supervision, you'll create and maintain a vibrant, safe, and healthy environment, offering nurturing care and enriching experiences for the children and families of our campus community. You'll design and implement engaging, age-appropriate learning activities tailored to each child's unique development, fostering their holistic growth. Your role will also involve ensuring compliance with all Colorado Department of Human Services licensing requirements and collaborate effectively with colleagues.

Responsibilities

Perform duties and responsibilities in a cooperative and professional manner, treat each staff member, child, family, visitor, and volunteer with respect, courtesy, and kindness.

• Assume responsibility for all aspects of the classroom.
• Ensure that materials, equipment, and learning environment are safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate.
• Plan and implement daily activities and meaningful experiences for small groups, large groups and individually to enhance skill development in all domains of learning, to include antiracism terminology and language.
• Plan and implement an age/development appropriate classroom schedule, classroom rules, and a room arrangement that supports clear defined interest areas to promote success for all children
• Maintain, prepare, request, or purchase materials so they are adequate, appropriate, and safe while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
• Identify and report children’s individual growth using portfolios and online observation tools that align with Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines.
• Use a variety of appropriate guidance and classroom management techniques to work effectively with children, including positive reinforcements that support positive behavior. that is age/development appropriate.
• Responsible for food handling and service to meet USDA and sanitation regulations as required by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
• Administer medications within the scope of delegation by the center nursing consultant.
• Administer first aid treatments and follow documentation requirements.
• Report known or suspected incidents of child abuse and/or neglect to the appropriate authorities as a mandatory reporter.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain Colorado State-mandated trainings for childcare providers-minimum of 15 hours per year to include 3 hours of social emotional training.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the concepts, theories, and principles of early childhood best practices and child development, and be able to apply them to all situations.
• Train and orient new staff, substitutes, and student educational assistants.
• Actively support the college’s commitment to be an antiracist institution by understanding, engaging with, and promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity in the college community.
• Promote a culture of safety and environmental protection by working in a safe manner; immediately reporting unsafe situations and accidents; following college procedures; and participating in appropriate safety training.
• Demonstrate environmental sustainability by using college resources wisely and supporting the college’s sustainability initiatives and innovation.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Must hold current Early Childhood Teacher certification. For education and experience requirements see current Colorado State Licensing requirements for Early Childhood Teacher and refer to 7.702.45 Must be at least 18 years of age. Infant nursery supervisor training and experience may apply. State approved Adult and Child CPR, First Aid and Medical administration training including Standard Precaution Procedures. Must have current pre-employment physical examination, proof of current vaccinations, knowledge of infectious diseases and preventative measures to reduce the spread of disease, and a working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices with young children.

Proficient with computer software programs such as Word and photo/print programs; excellent oral and written communication skills; proficient in spelling, punctuation, grammar, and basic business math; ability to think critically and solve problems; good judgment, organizational, and customer service skills, and ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion. Must be flexible and able to react appropriately to active children. Frequent bending, standing, crawling, stooping, reaching, carrying, and pushing; moderate physical effort (lifting to 50 lbs.). The environment is frequently noisy and often involves working on the floor or with small chairs/tables. Exposure to infectious diseases. Ability to operate telephone, copying machine, dishwasher, stove, microwave, stroller, computer, printer, fax machine, washer/dryer, etc. Nebulizer, portable oxygen tank, and heart/respiratory monitor used when required


Employment is contingent upon a fingerprint investigation and subsequent monitoring through the CBI and FBI.

Preferred Qualifications

• Credential or AA degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Does not supervise others
• Position will not drive CC vehicles

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: June 10, 2025
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $19.25 to $22.10 per hour

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 0.085 vacation hours for each hour worked and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits including free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

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Benefit Information:

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Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html