2026-27 Teacher Elementary Special Education Long Term Substitute-Multi Cat-Kruse Elementary

Poudre School District; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 34,132; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

Job summary

Poudre School District is seeking a long-term substitute Elementary Special Education teacher to cover a leave of absence at Kruse Elementary, starting on August 10, 2026, and continuing through November 2, 2026. This role involves instructing academic classes, developing courses and IEPs, and collaborating with staff to enhance student outcomes.

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Colorado teaching license. The position offers $185.00 per day and includes benefits such as PERA retirement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with proper teaching licensure required.
• Experience with students with special needs preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.

Responsibilities

• Instruct academic classes for Integrated Services/Special Education programs.
• Develop and implement course content and materials.
• Monitor student learning and adapt support as needed.

Skills

Instructing academic classes

Developing IEP goals

Collaboration with support personnel

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor's degree

Valid Colorado teaching license

Job description

Position Overview: This long‑term substitute position will cover a leave of absence for an Elementary Special Education teacher in a Multi‑Categorical classroom at Kruse Elementary. The assignment is scheduled to begin at the start of the 2026–27 school year on August 10, 2026, and will continue through approximately November 2, 2026. Special Education/Integrated Services.

Percentage: 100%

Work Calendar Days: 188

Estimated Duration: 75 days (August 10, 2026 – November 2, 2026)

Benefits: PERA retirement

Compensation: $185.00/day

License Requirement: Substitutes must have a valid Colorado teaching license or Substitute Authorization.

Summary

Job Responsibilities: Responsible for instructing academic functional classes to students in Integrated Services/Special Education programs 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. Classroom materials, activities, and lesson plans. c. Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals, objectives, and transition plans. d. Scheduling of staff and meetings in compliance with IEPs.
• Instruct students in large, small, and/or one‑on‑one situations across curriculum to students with a wide range of skills.
• Organize and facilitate schedules of students and paraprofessionals and assist in the development of master schedule for the Integrated Services department.
• Assist in the supervision and direction of special education paraprofessionals.
• 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.
• Monitor student learning and progress to: a. Evaluate success of the educational approaches, specialized instruction, supports, and services. b. Adapt support as needed. c. 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 other special education providers to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes. b. With outside agencies to promote student success. c. 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, IEP/staffing, 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 in an educational setting with students with special needs preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsements required.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) required within 3 months of hire.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.