26 - Criminal Justice Teacher - Limited Term

Pueblo City Schools; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Pueblo City Schools in Pueblo, Colorado seeks a Criminal Justice Teacher for a limited term at South High School. The role involves planning and delivering an instructional program in a secondary setting to help students reach their academic potential.

Qualifications include a valid Colorado teaching license or CTE authorization, and compliance with background checks; preferred credentials include CT E Law Enforcement endorsements, P.O.S.T certification, and related experience in law enforcement

Qualifications

• Valid Colorado Teaching License or CTE Authorization within 60 days from hire.
• Secondary CTE Law Enforcement Services Endorsement or equivalent.
• Must be highly qualified in content area per state options.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction aligned to standards in a secondary setting.
• Organize instruction with clear objectives and outcomes.
• Use current and relevant subject matter with technology to differentiate.
• Provide timely feedback and maintain student progress records.
• Collaborate with staff, parents and administrators to support students.

Skills

Common Core knowledge

Standards unpacking

Learning goals

Data-driven decisions

Collaboration

21st Century skills

Differentiate instruction

Reading/Writing/Math

Infinite Campus

Public relations

Education

Colorado Teaching License or CTE Authorization

P.O.S.T Certification

NAED Certification

Tools

Infinite Campus

Job description

26 - Criminal Justice Teacher - Limited Term

26 - Criminal Justice Teacher - Limited Term

Pueblo School District 60 South High School - Pueblo, Colorado Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5920957
Application Deadline: Sep 16, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Sep 10, 2026 3:17 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Job Title: Criminal Justice Teacher - Limited Term
Work Year: 165 days
Department: Teaching and Learning Services
Reports To: School Principal
Salary Range: Teacher Salary Schedule
Benefits: Fringe Benefits based on PEA Negotiated Agreement
Status: FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

The primary responsibility of the Criminal Justice Teacher is to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential; Performs instructional and related duties in accordance with District policies and terms of the teacher contract. The Teacher also maintains a cooperative attitude with staff, parents, and students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 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.

REQUIRED:

• Valid Colorado Teaching License or CTE Authorization within 60 days from date of hire
• Secondary CTE Law Enforcement ServicesEndorsement or
• Teacher must be highly qualified in applicable content area through the following options:
  • Content Knowledge (Applicants must have A or B):
    • A. 24 semester hours of related postsecondary coursework verified on an official transcript to include a minimum of 3 semester hours of content coursework in four of the areas listed in the table below.
    • OR
    • B. Applicants who provide a valid and current state* or national industry license or certification in the appropriate occupational area may have the content coursework waived by the Colorado Department of Education (e.g., Police Officer, Standards and Training (POST), National Academy of Emergency Dispatchers (NAED)). *This does not include teacher licenses.
  • Occupational Experience (Applicants must have either option 1, 2 or 3): Credit for student teaching up to 800 hours, in the content area, may be applied to either occupational or teaching experience
    • 1. If you hold a Bachelor's degree or higher: 2,000 hours of verified occupational (non-teaching) experience in the content area within the last seven years OR
    • 2. If you hold less than a Bachelor's degree: 4,000 hours of verified occupational (non-teaching) experience in the content area within the last seven years OR
    • 3. 3 years verified teaching experience in the content area within the last seven years (full-time is defined as 51% or more of a teaching schedule dedicated to teaching in the content area).
  • Complete Secondary CTE Law Enforcement Services Worksheet: https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/cteworksheets/lawenforcement
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

PREFERRED:

• Bachelor's Degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice
• P.O.S.T Certification
• NAED (National Academy of Emergeny Dispatchers) Certification
• Experience working in law enforcement/corrections
• CTE Certified
• Previous experience as a certified teacher
• Knowledge of content standards and implementation of standards-based curriculum
• Ability to teach and meet the academic needs of all students ensuring academic progress in all content areas especially in reading/writing and mathematics
• Ability to collaborate with all instructional staff
• Previous experience to use data to make instructional decisions
• Knowledge/experience with the five components of reading and commitment to support and implement explicit and systematic reading instruction, based on scientific research
• Ability to use technology and integrate technology skills into the curriculum
• Knowledge / experience teaching the diverse learner especially students who may have a specific learning plan such as an IEP, ILP, ELL, 504, etc.
• Demonstrated effective classroom management skills
• Knowledge /experience with and ability to implement scientific-based research best practices
• Previous experience with and ability to utilize effective small groups and whole class direct instruction strategies to differentiate instruction
• Knowledge / experience in implementing the Title I parental involvement plan
• Knowledge / experience with Positive Behavior Support Program or willing to implement the school-wide discipline plan

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge and understanding of Common Core standards
• Ability to unpack standards and align with curriculum
• Ability to write specific learning goals, objectives and outcomes
• Ability to analyze and use multiple data sources to make sound instructional decisions
• Ability and willingness to collaborate with colleagues and actively participate in professional learning communities
• Ability to use technology and incorporate/teach 21st century skills
• Ability to scaffold and differentiate instruction
• Ability and willingness to integrate reading, writing and math throughout the curriculum
• Computer expertise or an expectation to learn Infinite Campus
• Positive public relation skills, professionalism, strong work ethic, ability to develop positive relationships with school and community
• Ability to demonstrate the communication skills with students, parents, and teachers to enhance the educational, personal, and social aspect of each student
• Ability to interpret test information and data
• Strong commitment to system change and strong evidence of being a \"team player\"
• Ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis
• Ability to be flexible

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's/department's goals. Actual duties, responsibilities, frequency, and percentages may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors.

• Provide a variety of classroom techniques and methods
  • Promote high levels of achievement in relation to individual student abilities
  • Use techniques and methodologies appropriate to student abilities
  • Utilize current and relevant subject matter
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
• Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use research-based principles of effective instruction
  • Organize instruction using learning objectives with clearly defined student outcomes
  • Employ teaching strategies congruent with planned student outcomes
  • Select teaching strategies emphasizing student involvement
  • Monitor student learning and pace instruction accordingly
• Prepare effectively for class
  • Prepare daily lesson plans
  • Provide instruction predicated on course goals and objectives
  • Prepare classroom for classroom activities
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
  • Establish written grading standards that are clear and incorporate a variety of graded activities
  • Assure that grading standards are explained and available to parents
• Develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships
  • Model personal behaviors of honesty, fairness, courtesy, and consideration
  • Maintain a cooperative relationship with administrators, staff, students, and parents
  • Share appropriate information with parents and with other staff members
• Provide documentation of students' progress
  • Provide timely and accurate feedback/documentation to students, parents, and appropriate staff members
  • Assign and check homework and provide appropriate feedback to students
  • Maintain appropriate records of student performance, progress, and development
• Build motivation and interest in learning
  • Exhibit personal interest and encourage student interest in the subject area
  • Maintain a current awareness of literature/activities in subject area
• Maintain an ongoing personal program of professional growth and development
• Cultivate and model