2026-27 Teacher Elementary-4th Grade-Johnson Elementary 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

Retirement plan

Short and long term disability

Job summary

Poudre School District is seeking a dedicated 4th-grade teacher for the 2026-27 school year at Johnson Elementary School in Fort Collins, Colorado. The position requires a Bachelor's degree and proper teaching licensure. Responsibilities include developing and implementing lesson plans, instructing students, assessing their progress, and collaborating with colleagues and parents. Benefits offered include health insurance, retirement, and paid time off. Pay ranges from $58,000 to $89,278 annually based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with proper teaching licensure program required.
• Experience in classroom instruction preferred.
• Valid Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsements required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and implement course content and instruction.
• Instruct students in various formats and administer assessments.
• Create and maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Communicate student progress with parents and other staff.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance instruction.

Skills

Instructional planning

Student assessment

Classroom management

Collaboration

Diversity accommodation

Education

Bachelor's degree with proper teaching licensure

Job description

Position will close on the Poudre School District job board on May 1, 2026.

Information specific to this position: This position is for the 2026-27 school year teaching 4th grade at Johnson 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 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].