2026-27 Teacher Elementary-2nd Grade-Shepardson Elementary School

Poudre School District; 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/long-term disability

Walk-in clinic access

Other optional benefit elections

Job summary

Poudre School District in Fort Collins, CO, is seeking a 2nd grade teacher for Shepardson Elementary School, 100% assignment.

The role requires a Colorado teaching license, a Bachelor's degree, and a commitment to district standards and student success. Pay range is determined by the educator salary schedule and starts August 10, 2026. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and retirement through PERA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a Colorado teaching license required.
• Experience instructing elementary students preferred.
• Colorado license with appropriate endorsements required.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement course content and schedules.
• Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one settings.
• Administer, edit, and grade assignments and assessments.
• Create a classroom environment that maximizes instructional opportunity and manages behavior.
• Design assessments and use data to inform instruction.
• Monitor student growth and maintain progress documentation.
• Communicate progress and needs with families and staff.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to improve outcomes.
• Participate in meetings and professional growth opportunities.
• Attend work promptly and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Curriculum alignment

Student assessment

Collaboration with staff

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor's degree with licensure

Colorado teaching license

CPR/First Aid certification encouraged

Job description

Information specific to this position: 2nd grade teacher at Shepardson Elementary School

Percentage: 100%

Work calendar days: 188

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, 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 elementary level students in appropriate subject areas 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, and needs 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].