Job Description

Job Title: Early Childhood Teacher (Toddler 1)

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 2,100 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

We are seeking an Early Childhood Teacher dedicated to creating a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for young learners and their families. In this role, you will design and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support the holistic growth of each child, guided by observation and assessment. Collaboration and flexibility are key, as you will work closely with colleagues and adapt to varying classroom needs. Compliance with Colorado Department of Human Services and Health Department licensing standards is essential. This position also champions diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community.

Responsibilities

• Classroom Management & Safety:
• Assume responsibility for all aspects of the classroom; ensure materials, equipment, and environment are safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate.
• Curriculum Planning & Implementation:
• Plan and implement daily activities and meaningful experiences for small groups, large groups, and individuals to enhance skill development in all domains.
• Guidance & Behavior Management:
• Use a variety of appropriate guidance and classroom management techniques, including positive reinforcement and age-appropriate strategies.
• Health, Safety, & Compliance:
• Responsible for food handling, medication administration, first aid, and maintaining confidentiality; report suspected abuse/neglect as a mandatory reporter.
• Child Observation, Assessment & Reporting:
• Identify and report children’s individual growth using portfolios, online tools, and observation; communicate with families.

Collaboration Skills:

Contact may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues, stressful or complex interactions with the community, and requires high levels of tact and the ability to respond to escalated interpersonal interactions.

Technical Knowledge:

Work requires intermediate skills and knowledge in approaches and systems, which support the design and implementation of major programs and/or processes.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and must hold current Early Childhood Teacher certification per Colorado State Licensing requirements.
• For education and experience requirements see current Colorado State Licensing requirements for Early Childhood Teacher and refer to 7.702.45.

Preferred Qualifications

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:

• Supervises Students
• Position will not drive CC vehicles

Application Instructions

• Application Deadline - Last day to submit an application: 9/16/2026
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

To help us stay connected with you throughout the hiring process, we encourage you to apply using a personal email address instead of a Colorado College email address.

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $19.48 to $22.89 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 include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Benefits and Wellness Information:

Please refer to our Benefits Page

Explore the Department: To learn more about the Children's Center please visit their site at: Colorado College - Children's Center https://www.coloradocollege.edu/offices/childrenscenter/

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 accommodations to support your application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at HR@coloradocollege.edu as early as possible. Positions may close on the listed deadline or, if posted as continuous, may close without prior notice.

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov

Leave Information:

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