2026-27 33% Teacher Secondary-Mandarin-Poudre High School

Poudre School District; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 89,278; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Short and long term disability

Access to employee walk-in clinic

Job summary

Poudre School District is seeking a Mandarin teacher for the 2026-27 school year at Poudre High School. This ongoing position involves instructing secondary level students, developing individualized instructional programs, and collaborating with colleagues to enhance student outcomes. A bachelor's degree and valid Colorado teaching license are required. Benefits include retirement, paid time off, and disability coverage. The salary range is $58,000 - $89,278 annually based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with proper teaching licensure program required.
• Experience instructing students in a classroom setting preferred.
• Valid Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsements required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct secondary level students in Mandarin.
• Develop and implement lesson plans and learning activities.
• Communicate students' progress and needs with parents/guardians.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Curriculum development

Teaching strategies

Assessment design

Education

Bachelor's degree with proper teaching licensure

Valid Colorado teaching license

Job description

Overview

Information specific to this position: This position is for the 2026-27 school year teaching Mandarin at Poudre High School.

Percentage: 33%

Work calendar days: 188

Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits include: 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 6th, 2025).

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.

Job Tasks

• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement: a. Course content, format, structure, and schedule. b. Individualized programs of instruction for students. c. Classroom materials and curriculum. d. Lesson plans and learning activities.
• Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one situations.
• Administer, edit, proofread, and grade students\' assignments and assessments.
• 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.
• 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.
• Monitor student growth and progress, adapt support as needed, and maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students.
• Communicate students\' progress, needs, and eligibility with parents/guardians and other staff as needed.
• Collaborate: a. With teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes. b. With colleagues in team and building-based meetings and discussions.
• Demonstrate a commitment to: a. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity. b. Include and engage families in the student\'s education. c. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations. d. Provide personal and professional excellence.
• Participate in: a. Department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions. b. Student and/or family conferences and other meetings. c. Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities. d. Professional growth opportunities.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Licenses Required

• Bachelor\'s degree with proper teaching licensure program required.
• Experience instructing students in a classroom setting preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsements required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.
• Questions regarding this posting can be directed to [e-mail]