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Lead Teacher
Requisition Number:
73637
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
University Staff
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
24-Jul-2026
Date Posted:
21-Jul-2026
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Job Summary
Job Summary
The Children's Center at CU Boulder invites applications for two Lead Teacher positions! These roles will provide childcare for children of families affiliated with the University of Colorado including; residents of Family Housing Apartments, faculty, staff, students, and alumni, in addition to families of the wider Boulder community. The positions are situated in the CU Children's Center and provides a nurturing and safe environment for a diverse population of children ages 6 weeks to age 8.
These positions in collaboration with assistant teacher and the directors, serves by developing and implementing lesson plans, teaching developmentally appropriate curriculum, trains assistant teacher, university student employees and volunteers and directs information for evaluation of students employees, volunteers and children. These positions aid in providing information towards working with families. Additionally they write and implement age appropriate activities and lesson plans for educational and recreational purposes; supervise and interact with infants and children in the assigned classroom using appropriate guidance techniques; ensures a safe environment and safe conditions on the playground; prepares for lunch, snack and nap time; consults with parents regarding the needs of ill children or children with behavioral problems; maintains or exceeds health standards; and completes reports concerning child development and other center needs. This position is responsible for the supervision of classroom staff. Positional duties from the requested class title include writing lesson plans, implementing activities to meet individual needs, leading other staff, and consulting with parents to discuss behavior/development.
The Children's Center is licensed through the Colorado Department of Early Childhood and has a quality rating through Colorado Shines.
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
Who We Are
The most important goal of our early childhood curriculum is to help children become enthusiastic learners. This means encouraging children to be active and creative explorers who aren't afraid to try out their ideas and to think their own thoughts. Our goal is to support children in becoming independent, self-confident and inquisitive learners. We do this by allowing them to learn at their own pace and in ways that are best for them. By giving children good habits and attitudes, particularly a positive sense of themselves, we will make a difference throughout their lives. The Children's Center is licensed through the Colorado Department of Social Services.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Professionalism/Classroom Quality
Planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum by using available resources, creating activities, meeting individual children's needs, and maintains the classroom areas which include science, math, language, arts, large and small motor, art, multicultural. Is familiar with and follows all ITERS, ECERS and Colorado Shines standards. Is familiar with and consistently adheres to and exceeds all childcare licensing rules and regulations.
Administrative/Supervision
Directly supervises and trains assistant teacher and provides guidance as needed for students, assistants and volunteers. Responsible for mentoring these positions on meeting and exceeding all childcare licensing rules and regulations. Supervises and interacts with children by planning and implementing age-appropriate activities, with the use of age-appropriate materials. Uses appropriate Guidance Techniques. Keeps clear, comprehensive, and accurate records, (Attendance, Name-to-Face verification, Children's records, all other paperwork).
Communication/Parent Contact
Provides Director with regular classroom updates on an ongoing basis. Maintains channels of communication with teaching teams and office in an effective and timely manner. Maintains confidentiality in all communication. Completes written reports as necessary including twice-yearly parent/teacher conferences, weekly newsletters to parents, student file notes, accident reports, etc. Provides information to parents about their child by discussion at arrival and departure time, written communications, and/or telephone calls. Provides positive customer service and information, handles difficult situations with finesse. Helps parents to understand behavior and development.
Health & Safety
Records the time a child arrives and leaves the Center each day and completes attendance verification (Name-to-Face) throughout the day. Ensuring that each child is under direct, active supervision both indoors and outdoors, including nap time. Maintaining correct staff to child ratio and group sizes at all times. Supports safety of children by monitoring indoor and outdoor equipment, communicating any concerns to the director. Maintains health standards following procedures for food preparation, diapering, medication administration, etc. Remains current on certifications including CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse, Medication Administration.
Professional Development
Assures continual professional growth by attending all staff meetings, staff in-service days, workshops, and conferences. Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling, working with different levels of staff, and handling a variety of situations. Seeks out research on advances in early education and shares information with center staff. Proactively maintains 15 hours of ongoing annual training through PDIS.
What You Should Know
What You Should Know
This is a fully onsite position.
What We Can Offer
What We Can Offer
The annual salary for this full-time position is $49,899 - $53,800.
Benefits
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
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Be creative. Be impactful. Be Boulder.
What We Require
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 based on the qualifications set out by the Colorado Office of Early Childhood. Three plus years of experience working as a Teacher in a licensed and accredited early childhood center with infants, toddlers and/or preschoolers, or a combination thereof. Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
Must pass Pre-Placement Physical Required background checks include a review with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Central Registry of Child Protection (Trails).
What You Will Need
What You Will Need
What We Would Like You to Have
What We Would Like You to Have
Special Instructions
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by July 24, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu
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