2026-27 Teacher Secondary Long Term Substitute-Social Studies-Boltz Middle School

Poudre School District; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

Job summary

Poudre School District is seeking a long-term substitute Social Studies teacher for Boltz Middle School from August 10, 2026 to October 16, 2026. The position is 100% with 188 calendar days.

The role requires a Colorado teaching license or Substitute Authorization, PERA retirement benefits, and the standard responsibilities of delivering instruction aligned with district and state standards while monitoring student progress and collaborating with staff.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement: course content, format, structure, and schedule.
• 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 and supervise students.
• Design assessment tasks to measure understanding and provide feedback.
• Monitor student growth and document progress and needs.
• Communicate student progress with parents/guardians and staff.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and administrators to improve outcomes.
• Participate in meetings and professional growth opportunities.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.

Education

Bachelor's degree with proper teaching licensure program

Valid Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsements

Criminal background check required for hire

CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged

Job description

Please Note: This position will close on the Poudre School District job board on August 7, 2026.

Information specific to this position: This long-term substitute assignment will cover a leave of absence for a Social Studies teacher at Boltz Middle School. The assignment is scheduled to begin August 10, 2026, and continue through October 16, 2026.

Percentage: 100%

Work calendar days: 188

Duration of position: One Semester Only (8/10/2026-10/16/2026)

Benefits include: PERA retirement

Will be paid the long-term substitute rate of $185.00/day

The substitute must have a valid Colorado teaching license or Substitute Authorization.

SUMMARY:

Responsible for instructing secondary level students in appropriate subject area 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, needs, and eligibility 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].