2026-27 Dean Secondary School-Fort Collins High School

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Access to employee walk-in clinic

Job summary

Poudre School District in Fort Collins is seeking an educator for the 2026-27 school year. The role involves assisting the principal in managing educational processes, supporting student needs, and facilitating collaboration within the school community.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree with a teaching license, and experience in a classroom setting is required. The position offers a salary range of $58,000 - $89,278 annually.

Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience instructing students in a classroom setting required.
• Leadership at school or district level preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist principal with hiring, budgeting, training, and administrative tasks.
• Instruct students in appropriate behavior and oversee their well-being.
• Support development and evaluation of student intervention programs.
• Coordinate school programs with staff and outside agencies.
• Develop course content and materials for teachers.
• Monitor student progress and maintain related documentation.
• Communicate student needs with parents and staff.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance instruction.
• Commit to understanding student diversity and engaging families.
• Participate in meetings, conferences, and professional growth activities.
• Arrive to work in a timely manner.
• Perform additional assigned duties.

Education

Bachelor's degree with proper teaching licensure program

Master's degree preferred

Valid Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsements

CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged

Job description

Application Notice

Please note: This position will close on the Poudre School District job board on May 20, 2026. Connecting Colorado automatically sets postings to expire after 30 days, but you can view the most up-to-date status and apply directly through our job board here: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5699933

Applications submitted via Connecting Colorado will not be reviewed. Please apply directly through our job board at the link above.

Position Information

Information specific to this position: This position is for the 2026-27 school year at Fort Collins High School.

Percentage: 100%

Work calendar days: 188 (+ 10 extended contract days)

Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, and 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 promoting the success of all students by assisting the principal with facilitating the development, articulation, and implementation of a clear vision of learning that is shared and supported by the school community.

Job Tasks

• Assist the principal(s) with: hiring of new teachers and office staff; planning and organization of a school-wide budget; planning and delivery of training and education for staff; a variety of administrative tasks to assist in managing the site.
• Instruct students in appropriate behavior, supervise the behavior and well-being of students in all educational settings, and administer discipline when appropriate.
• Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of intervention programs that address the needs of all students.
• Develop, coordinate, and supervise school programs in collaboration with school staff and/or outside agencies.
• Support teachers to develop, plan, prepare, and implement course content, learning activities, and classroom materials and create a school environment which maximizes instructional opportunity.
• Monitor student growth and progress and maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students.
• Communicate students' progress, needs, behavior/discipline issues, and eligibility with parents and other staff as needed.
• Collaborate: with teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes; with colleagues in team and building-based meetings and discussions.
• Demonstrate a commitment to: understanding and appreciating student diversity; including and engaging families in the student's education; supporting all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations; providing personal and professional excellence.
• Participate in: department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions; student and/or family conferences and other meetings; social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities; 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 required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Leadership at school or district level 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]