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Assistant Teacher - Infants

Requisition Number:

63977

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

University Staff

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

14-May-2025

Date Posted:

29-Apr-2025
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Job Summary

The Children’s Center at the University of Colorado Boulder encourages applications for an Assistant Teacher- Infants position! The Assistant Teacher will provide a quality nurturing environment for a diverse population of children ages 6 weeks to kindergarten. This position in collaboration with lead teacher and the directors, serves by helping to develop and implement lesson plans, teaching developmentally appropriate curriculum, aids in the training of university student employees and directs information for evaluation of students employees and children.

This role is responsible for the care of the infants in the absence of the Lead Teacher/Infant program supervisor, which will require completion of designated certifications particular for this role.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The mission of the University of Colorado Children’s Center is to provide the highest quality of care and education for young children. Our role is to encourage and support each child in all areas of development, therefore crafting a positive self-image and realistic opportunity for success. Campus administration, Children’s Center staff members, parents, and members of the community all play an integral part in promoting and providing an environment rich in learning experiences and opportunities for children within the CU community.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Supervise assigned children/infant groups:

Supervises and interacts with children in the classroom using appropriate guidance techniques. In collaboration with the Lead Teacher, assists with writing lesson plans for educational and recreational purposes in accordance with center guidelines and developmentally appropriate practice. Follows the direction of the Lead Teacher in how lesson plans will be implemented through age-appropriate planned activities such as music, art, math, language, science, movement, dramatic play, and group activities tailored to meet children's individual needs. Attend parent conferences and parent programs. Is responsible for the care of the infants in the absence of the Lead Teacher / Infant program supervisor.

Maintains channels of communication with teaching teams and office in an effective manner:

Maintains confidentiality in all communication. Completes written reports as necessary including notes, accident reports, attendance reports, name-to-face reports etc. Aids in completing reports by keeping assessments concerning each child's development. Completes accident reports and lesson plans in the absence of the Lead Teacher.

Parent contact:

Under the supervision of the Lead Teacher, facilitates direct contact with parents: by discussions at arrival and departure times, written communications, telephone calls, and parent teacher conferences. Interactions include dealing with the needs of ill children or children with behavioral problems; deciding when and how to use appropriate guidance techniques; and consulting with parents to help them understand their child's behavior and to take remedial or supportive actions within the home.

Student Safety:

Inspects, makes decision about, and communicates to Lead Teacher or the director, the condition of indoor/outdoor materials and equipment, teaching safety precautions and rules and regulations to classroom student assistants and children. Assuring a safe and stimulating outdoor environment by selecting equipment to be used on playground, enforcing playground rules, initiating games and outside activities, i.e. sand play, water play, supervising student assistants.

Development and Learning:

Assures continual professional growth by attending staff in-services, workshops, and conferences. Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling, working with different teams, and handling a variety of situations. Completes annual requirement of 15 hours training.

What You Should Know

This will be a 100% onsite position.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary for this full-time position is $41,600-$45,000 annually. 

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

An early childhood teacher, assigned responsibility for a single group of children and working under the supervision of a director, must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and meet at least one (1) of the following qualifications:
  • A Bachelor's, Master’s, or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with a major area of study in one (1) of the following areas:(1) Child Development; (2) Child Psychology; (3) Early Childhood Education; (4) Early Childhood Special Education; (5) Educational Leadership and Administration; (6) Elementary Education; (7) Family and Human Development; (8) Family Studies; or(9) Special Education;
  • A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with a major area of study in any area other than those listed at rule section 2.216(A)(1)(a), a, and an additional two (2) three (3)-semester credit hour courses in early child education, with one (1) course as the following:
    • Introduction to Early Childhood Professions; or
    • Early Childhood Guidance Strategies for Children or has been issued a Colorado Pyramid Model Training certificate of completion.
  • An Associate’s degree (60 semester credit hours) from an accredited college or university in early childhood education or child development, which must include at least two (2), three (3)-semester credit hour courses in either:
    • Introduction to Early Childhood Professions; or
    • Early Childhood Guidance Strategies for Children or has been issued a Colorado Pyramid Model Training certificate of completion;
  • A current professional teaching license issued by the Colorado Department of Education with an endorsement in the area of elementary education, early childhood education, early childhood special education, or early childhood special education specialist;
  • A current early childhood professional credential level II or higher in version 3.0 as determined by the Department;
  • A current certification as a child development associate (CDA) in: center-based, preschool; center- based, infant-toddler; or family child care; or other Department approved credential;
  • Completion of a course of training approved by the Department and published on the Department’s approval list; and nine (9) months (1,365 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children less than eight (8) years of age who are not related to the individual;
  • Three (3) months (455 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children less than eight (8) years of age who are not related to the individual; and the completion of eighteen (18) semester credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, with one (1) course as:
    • Introduction to Early Childhood Professions; or
    • Early Childhood Guidance Strategies for Children or has been issued a Colorado Pyramid Model Training certificate of completion;
  • Twenty-one (21) months (3,185 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children less than eight (8) years of age who are not related to the individual. Satisfactory experience includes being a licensee of a Colorado family child care home, a teacher’s aide or teacher in a child care center, preschool, or elementary school. In addition, the individual must either:
    • Possess a current early childhood professional credential level I or higher in version 3.0 as determined by the Department; or
    • Complete two (2) three (3) semester credit hour courses from an accredited college or university in early childhood education with one (1) course as either: a)Introduction to early childhood professions or has been issued the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; or (b) Early childhood guidance strategies for children or has been issued a Colorado Pyramid Model training certificate of completion.
Additional Requirements:
  • Staff members must be current for all immunizations routinely recommended for adults by their health care provider and CU.
  • All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment.
  • Staff members must comply with all required background check requirements as required in the General Rules for Child Care Facilities.
  • Hold a current Department-approved first aid and safety certificate that includes cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for all ages of children
  • An infant program early childhood teacher must meet the following requirements:
    • Meet the qualifications for an early childhood teacher found at rule section 2.216(A), or be qualified as an infant program supervisor; and
    • Has a minimum three (3) months (455 hours) of verifiable experience in the care and supervision of children under three (3) years of age.
    • Meet the requirements of an infant program supervisor within 6 months of hire.

What You Will Need

  • Ability to provide a high quality environment nurturing a diverse population of staff and children, ages 6 weeks through age 8.
  • Demonstrated skills to assist in leading, developing, supervising, planning and teaching developmentally appropriate curriculum; assist in the training of university student employees;and implement family programs while modeling appropriate language and behaviors.
  • Growth mindset, team mentality and willingness to collaborate and be flexible to meet the changing needs of the center.

What We Would Like You to Have

Infant Program Supervisor certifications.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

  1. A current resume.
  2. Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by May 14, 2025 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.


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Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu