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

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Employee walk-in clinic access

Job summary

Poudre School District in Fort Collins, Colorado seeks a 2nd grade teacher for Shepardson Elementary School. Starting Aug 10, 2026, 188 work days, 100% assignment, with a licensed Colorado teaching license and endorsements. Salary range $58,000–$89,278, benefits include health, dental, life, PERA, PTO, and more.

This is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity and inclusion. The role emphasizes instruction aligned with district and state standards, collaboration with staff, and ongoing

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement course content, format, structure, and schedule.
• Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one settings.
• Administer, edit, proofread, and grade assignments and assessments.
• Create a classroom environment which maximizes instructional opportunity and supervises student wellbeing.
• Design assessment tasks and use data to give meaningful feedback and modify instruction.
• Monitor student growth and progress and maintain documentation of progress.
• Communicate students’ progress with parents/guardians and staff.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to enhance instruction and outcomes.
• Participate in meetings and professional growth opportunities.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

English language skills

Interpersonal relations skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree with teaching licensure

Classroom teaching experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

Poudre School District

SHEPARDSON ELEMENTARY - FORT COLLINS, Colorado

Job Details

Job ID: 5848289

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026

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.

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.

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.

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 areas 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:
   • 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.

20101 – Teacher Elementary

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, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT-OPERATING KNOWLEDGE

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Outlook, FrontPage, and/or other department software packages.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical educational/instructional technology equipment and programs.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE

POSITION TITLE # of EMPLOYEES

Direct reports: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities. 0

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.