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Information specific to this position: This posting is for 2026–27 Secondary Teacher positions across Poudre School District (PSD). Openings may be available at various schools and include a range of subject areas and grade levels (middle and high school). View all open Secondary Teaching roles here.

Percentage: Contract percentages vary based on site needs

Work calendar days: 188

Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits include:

• Contracts 70% and above: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections. 
• Contracts less than 70%: PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections.

Pay for this position is determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. Range for position is $58,000 - $89,278 annually (based on a 100% assignment starting August 10th, 2026). 

This is a probationary position. However, PSD employees currently under a licensed contract may apply for this position and if selected, will retain contract status. 

Must have a valid Colorado Educator's License with appropriate endorsement. 

SUMMARY: Responsible for instructing secondary level students in appropriate subject area in coordination with current curriculum and within the framework of District and state content standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop, plan, prepare, and implement:
   1. Course content, format, structure, and schedule.
   2. Individualized programs of instruction for students.
   3. Classroom materials and curriculum.
   4. Lesson plans and learning activities.
2. Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one situations.
3. Administer, edit, proofread, and grade students’ assignments and assessments.
4. Create a classroom environment which maximizes instructional opportunity, supervise the behavior and wellbeing of students in the classroom and all educational settings, and administer discipline when appropriate.
5. Design assessment tasks that allow students to demonstrate understanding in a variety of ways and use the data to give meaningful feedback and modify instruction.
6. Monitor student growth and progress, adapt support as needed, and maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students.
7. Communicate students’ progress, needs, and eligibility with parents/guardians and other staff as needed. 
8. Collaborate:
   1. With teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes.
   2. With colleagues in team and building-based meetings and discussions. 
9. Demonstrate a commitment to:
   1. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity.
   2. Include and engage families in the student’s education.
   3. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations.
      1. Provide personal and professional excellence.
10. Participate in:
    1. Department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions.
    2. Student and/or family conferences and other meetings.
    3. Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities.
    4. Professional growth opportunities.
11. Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
12. Perform other duties as assigned. 

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree with proper teaching licensure program required.
• Experience instructing students in a classroom setting preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsements required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.

Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply!

If you have a mental or physical impairment which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations during any portion of the application process, including testing and/or interviews, please contact us at ADA@psdschools.org. If requesting testing and/or interview accommodations, you must contact us at least three (3) working days before the interview or test date.

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