2026-27 Teacher Elementary-4th/5th Grade-Red Feather Elementary School

Poudre School District; Red Feather Lakes (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

Short and long term disability

Access to employee walk-in clinic

Job summary

Poudre School District is seeking a dedicated educator to teach 4th and 5th grades at Red Feather Elementary School starting in the 2026-27 school year. The position requires a Bachelor's degree with teaching licensure and a valid Colorado teaching license. Responsibilities include developing instructional content, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with staff. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a salary range of $58,000 - $89,278 annually based on experience and education.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement course content and lesson plans.
• Instruct students in various settings.
• Monitor student progress and adapt instruction as needed.
• Communicate student needs with parents and staff.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance instruction.

Skills

Instructional planning and implementation

Classroom management

Assessment design

Communication with parents

Collaboration with colleagues

Education

Bachelor’s degree with teaching licensure

Valid Colorado teaching license

Job description

Note: This position will close on the Poudre School District job board on May 04, 2026.

Information specific to this position: This position is for the 2026-27 school year teaching 4th and 5th grade at Red Feather 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: $58,000 - $89,278 annually (based on a 100% assignment starting August 6th, 2025).

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]