2026-27 Teacher Elementary-1st Grade-Beattie Elementary School

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Short and long term disability

Access to employee walk-in clinic

Job summary

Beattie Elementary School in Fort Collins, Colorado, seeks a dedicated 1st Grade teacher for a 100% assignment starting immediately. You will deliver standards-based instruction, monitor student growth, and collaborate with colleagues to improve outcomes.

This is a one-year position with a 188‑day calendar and a salary range reflecting a licensed educator's schedule. Benefits include health, dental, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, and access to an employee clinic.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with Colorado teaching license.
• Experience instructing students in a classroom setting preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement lesson content and schedules.
• Instruct students individually and in small groups.
• Assess, edit, and grade student work and provide feedback.
• Create a positive classroom environment and manage behavior.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to improve outcomes.
• Communicate student progress with families and staff.
• Attend meetings and participate in district activities.

Skills

Bachelor's degree with licensure

Classroom instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree with proper teaching licensure

Job description

2026-27 Teacher Elementary-1st Grade-Beattie Elementary School
Poudre School District
Beattie Elementary - Fort Collins, Colorado

Job Details

Job ID:5954064
Starting Date:Immediately

Job Description

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Information specific to this position

This position is for a First Grade Teacher at Beattie Elementary School.

Percentage: 100%

Work calendar days: 188

Duration

Duration of position: One year only

Benefits

• Health insurance
• dental insurance
• life insurance
• PERA retirement
• paid time off
• short and long term disability
• access to employee walk-in clinic

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.

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.

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 [e-mail]. If requesting testing and/or interview accommodations, you must contact us at least three (3) working days before the interview or test date.

Position Type:See Job Description
Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Elementary Teacher FLSA Status: Exempt Job Family: Licensed Pay Range: T Salary Schedule Prepared/Revised Date: January 1, 2018 Job Code: 20101 SUMMARY: Responsible for instructing elementary level students in appropriate subject areasin coordination with current curriculum and within the framework of District and state content standards.

1. Develop, plan, prepare, and implement:
   • Course content, format, structure, and schedule.
   • Individualized programs of instruction for students.
   • Classroom materials and curriculum.
   • 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, and needs with parents/guardians and other staff as needed.
8. 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.
9. Demonstrate a commitment to:
   • Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity.
   • Include and engage families in the student’s education.
   • Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations.
   • Provide personal and professional excellence.
10. 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.
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.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES

• Oral and written communication skills.
• English language skills.
• Interpersonal relations skills.
• Math and accounting skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual oral and written communication skills preferred.
• Ability to work supportively with other teachers, staff, and administrators to provide an effective learning environment.
• Ability to communicate with students, parents/guardians, staff, and community members.
• Ability to be a part of and work with a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job.
• Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies, and building and department procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact,