Posting Detail Information Working TitleECC Assistant Teacher - Open Pool Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person Research Professional PositionNo Posting Number202500815AP Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional Classification Title Number of Vacancies Work Hours/Week Proposed Annual Salary Range$14.42/hour - $16.42/hour Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on12/31/2025 Description of Work Unit Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities. The CSU Early Childhood Center ( ECC ) is a laboratory school with a three-fold mission to a) prepare university students for careers in the field of early childhood; b) provide opportunities for research related to children, families, and early childhood education; and c) offer a developmentally appropriate, Reggio Emilia-inspired learning environment for young children. Each year, the ECC serves approximately 150 children (ages 6 weeks to 6 years) while simultaneously training more than 130 students from various departments across the CSU campus including Food Science and Human Nutrition; Human Development and Family Studies; Occupational Therapy; the School of Education; and the School of Theatre, Music and Dance. Housed within CSU’s Department of Human Development and Family Studies, the ECC has been serving children and families in the Fort Collins community since 1929 and is dedicated to working in partnership with families to ensure a quality educational experience for children. We are a Reggio Emilia-inspired program, providing an emergent approach to educating children that is play-based and child-directed. Position Summary 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. ECC Calendar: The Early Childhood Center ( ECC ) does not follow the same academic calendar as CSU and this position at the ECC requires employees to work assigned hours when the ECC is open, regardless of whether CSU is in session or not. The ECC is open for Fall Session August 6–December 19, 2025; Spring Session January 6–May 29, 2026; and Summer Session June 2–July 31, 2026. The following dates are closures at the ECC for the 2025-2026 school year + August 1, 4, 5, 2025: Teacher Work Days + September 1, 2025: Labor Day, University Holiday + November 24-28, 2025: Fall Break + December 22, 2025-January 6, 2025: Winter Break/teacher work days. + January 19, 2026: Martin Luther King Day, University Holiday + February 16, 2026: Teacher Work Day + March 16-20, 2026: Spring Break + May 25, 2026: Memorial Day, University Holiday + June 1, 2026: Staff work day + June 19, 2026: Juneteenth, University Holiday + July 3, 2026: 4th of July, University Holiday Required Job Qualifications + A degree in Human Development and Family Studies, Education, or related field, OR, a minimum of 1 year experience working in an Early Childhood setting. + Must be 18 years of age or older. + Proficient with Microsoft Office Preferred Job Qualifications + Strong work ethic + Productivity + Professionalism + Teamwork and collaboration skills + Problem-solving and critical thinking skills + Technical skills + Interpersonal skills + Communication skills Essential Duties Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, transcripts, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references directly to this posting. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. 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. All applications must be submitted through this website:https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/162134. Emailed applications will not be accepted. This pool expires December 31, 2025. Applicants wishing to remain in the pool after December 31, 2025 must reapply. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Search ContactKatherine Hawkins, Katherine.Hawkins@colostate.edu EEO Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. 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. References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Resume + Unofficial Transcripts Optional Documents