7/8 ELA Teacher

Sylvania; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan School District No. 2 invites a licensed ELA teacher to join our team for the 2026-2027 year. This full-time exempt position reports to the School Principal and emphasizes differentiated instruction in a collaborative setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Colorado teaching license with endorsement, a Bachelor's degree or higher, and has completed a state-approved teacher preparation program or alternative route. Strong classroom management and data-informed planning are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Colorado Alternative, Provisional, or Professional Teaching License with appropriate endorsement.
• Bachelor's degree or higher required from an accredited university or college.
• Completed a state approved Teacher Preparation Program or participation in an Alternative Teacher License program.
• Passed PRAXIS exam in Colorado or in a CDE-approved state.

Responsibilities

• Plan instruction consistent with the district-approved curriculum for assigned subject area(s)/grade level(s).
• Use formal and informal methods to assess the abilities and needs of students.
• Plan effective use of class time.
• Apply principles of teaching/learning to enhance student achievement.
• Utilize teaching methods that are appropriate for the objectives and learners.
• Modify instruction to meet student needs.
• Communicate effectively with learners.
• Provide for and maintain student involvement during instruction
• Use the evaluation of student outcomes to measure the effectiveness of instruction.
• Communicate effectively student progress to student and parent/guardian
• Attend to tasks in a manner that maximizes instruction.
• Maintain necessary student records.
• Assist in planning for appropriate use of volunteers/aides as assigned
• Establish clear expectations for appropriate behavior.
• Establish consequences for inappropriate behavior.
• Establish conditions under which students exercise self-discipline, honesty, leadership and citizenship.
• Participate in professional growth opportunities.
• Adhere to the code of ethics of the teaching professional of the State of Colorado.
• Recognize problems and actively contribute to their resolutions.
• Collaborate with others to fulfill responsibilities related to building and district goals and priorities.
• Demonstrate a concern for students' health and safety.
• Stays within department budget
• Accept and fulfill assigned responsibilities and duties in a prompt and efficient manner.
• Follow Board of Education policies, building procedures, and any other rules, regulations, or procedures that may be established by the District or Building administrations.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the building principal in accordance with District Policies.

Skills

Collaboration

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Data-informed planning

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Colorado teaching license with endorsement

Teacher Preparation program or alternative license program

Praxis testing passed

Job description

JOB TITLE:7/8 ELA Teacher

LOCATION: Fort Logan Northgate

WORK YEAR: 2026-2027

WORK STATUS: Licensed, Full-Time Exempt

REPORTS TO: School Principal

Fort Logan Northgate is seeking a dynamic individual to join our ELA team for the upcoming school year.The applicant must be collaborative, aware of current productive pedagogical practices, and eager to impact young people. The chosen candidate will focus on supporting students in a differentiated classroom setting. Candidates must believe that all students can learn, have excellent classroom management skills, and a strong understanding of how data can help inform intentional planning.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL TEACHING POSITIONS

1. Must hold a Colorado Alternative, Provisional, or Professional Teaching License with appropriate endorsement.
2. Bachelor's degree or higher required from an accredited university or college.
3. Completed a state approved Teacher Preparation Program or participation in an Alternative Teacher License program.
4. Passed PRAXIS exam in Colorado or in a CDE-approved state.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

• Demonstrated knowledge and skill regarding the components of effective instruction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of content and teaching methods in the area(s) of teaching assignment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the developmental needs of students.
• Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills.
• Evidence of ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative relationships with school personnel, students, and parents.
• Demonstrated understanding and empathy necessary for working with students.

KEY RESULT AREAS AND ATTENDANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional Planning

• Plan instruction consistent with the district-approved curriculum for assigned subject area(s)/grade level(s)
• Use formal and informal methods to assess the abilities and needs of students.
• Plan effective use of class time.

Instructional Interaction (Teaching)

• Apply principles of teaching/learning to enhance student achievement.
• Utilize teaching methods that are appropriate for the objectives and learners.
• Modify instruction to meet student needs.
• Communicate effectively with learners.
• Provide for and maintain student involvement during instruction

Evaluation of Instruction

• Use the evaluation of student outcomes to measure the effectiveness of instruction.
• Communicate effectively student progress to student and parent/guardian

Instructional Management

• Attend to tasks in a manner that maximizes instruction.
• Maintain necessary student records.
• Assist in planning for appropriate use of volunteers/aides as assigned

Learning Environment

• Establish clear expectations for appropriate behavior.
• Establish consequences for inappropriate behavior.
• Establish conditions under which students exercise self-discipline, honesty, leadership and citizenship.

Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in professional growth opportunities.
• Adhere to the code of ethics of the teaching professional of the State of Colorado.
• Recognize problems and actively contribute to their resolutions.
• Collaborate with others to fulfill responsibilities related to building and district goals and priorities.
• Demonstrate a concern for students' health and safety.
• Stays within department budget

General

• Accept and fulfill assigned responsibilities and duties in a prompt and efficient manner.
• Follow Board of Education policies, building procedures, and any other rules, regulations, or procedures that may be established by the District or Building administrations.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the building principal in accordance with District Policies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

May include, standing and walking for extended periods; bend, stoop, and lift materials; reach for supplies on high shelves; use manual dexterity for tasks like writing and using technology; communicate clearly and effectively with students; climb stairs in multi-level buildings.

CLEARANCE

Must clear online background check and FBI Fingerprint check through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

SALARY

Placement on Licensed Teacher salary schedule based upon previous teaching experience andhighest degree andcollege credits earned afterstudent teaching was completed. The current Board-approved Licensed Teacher Salary Schedule and Salary Placement Policy are available for review on our district website atwww.ssd2.org.

The annual salary for this position will be determined by number of hours scheduled to work each day and number of days scheduled to work each year. The computed annual salary will be spread out in equal payments over 12 months. Sheridan School District employees are paid once a month on the 1st working day of the month that is not a weekend day or holiday.

BENEFITS

Employees who are scheduled to work 30 or more hours per weekare eligible toobtain district health benefits, which include medical, dental, vision,life, and disabilityinsurance and supplemental benefits. Positions that qualify for health benefits also qualify for leave, which could include vacation and daily leave to be determined by the position and number of days assigned. Sheridan School District No. 2 is a public employer and participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA). All employees are required by statute to contribute 11% of their salary on a pre-tax basis to PERA. The District also contributes a 21.4% in addition to the employee contribution.