Become a Teacher Program Coordinator-Human Resources Department

IMDiversity; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Poudre School District is seeking a Program Coordinator to lead the Become a Teacher (BaT) Program in Fort Collins, CO. The role coordinates recruitment, onboarding, licensure progress, and university partnerships under a grant-funded model.

The coordinator will manage cohort learning, mentoring, and stakeholder collaboration, ensuring program integrity, data reporting, and ongoing support for educator preparation and retention.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a licensed educator in a public K-12 setting.
• Experience supporting, mentoring, coaching or developing educators.
• Experience working with educator preparation programs, alternative licensure pathways, licensure or recruitment.
• Experience developing or coordinating programs, professional learning or cohorts.
• Knowledge of Colorado educator licensure requirements and pathways.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day implementation of the Become a Teacher Program and liaison among participants, universities and staff.
• Develop and coordinate a comprehensive application and selection process for the program.
• Provide ongoing individualized support and coaching to Become a Teacher participants.
• Develop monthly cohort meetings and professional learning opportunities.
• Coordinate mentoring, university partnerships, and field-experience supports.
• Collect, maintain and analyze program data to evaluate effectiveness and inform improvements.
• Coordinate program-related financial and administrative processes.
• Monitor participant progress toward program, academic and licensure requirements.
• Support program development, expansion and sustainability beyond the grant period.
• Attend work and maintain timely presence; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Data collection and analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in education or related field

Colorado Professional Teacher License (K-12) or higher

Colorado Principal or Administrator License preferred

Criminal background check required

Valid US driver’s license

Job description

Become a Teacher Program Coordinator-Human Resources Department
Poudre School District
Human Resources - Fort Collins, Colorado

Job Details

Job ID:5921535
Starting Date:Immediately

Job Description

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Information specific to this position:

This is a grant funded, time limited position ending 6/30/2027.

SUMMARY:

The Become a Teacher (BaT) Program is part of Poudre School District’s comprehensive staff education and career advancement efforts to recruit, prepare, and retain licensed teachers in high-need areas. With funding from the Colorado Department of Education’s Quality Teacher Recruitment Program (QTRP), PSD is expanding the program during the 2026–27 school year through the addition of a Program Coordinator.

Coordinate and manage all aspects of the Become a Teacher Program, including recruitment, application and selection processes, participant support, mentoring, professional learning, university partnerships, program administration, and grant compliance. Serve as the primary liaison for participants and stakeholders, providing ongoing coaching and resources to support educator preparation, licensure, and retention. Monitor program progress and outcomes, manage financial and administrative processes, analyze data for continuous improvement, and collaborate with internal and external partners to strengthen and expand PSD's educator pipeline.

Pay Range: $93,646.00-$120,334.75/year (minimum-to 75% into range based on qualifications and experience)*

Percentage: 100%

Work calendar days: 260

Duration of position: One Year Only (ending 6/30/2027)

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 range listed above is for employees newly hired to PSD (existing employees please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule). PSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.

Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.

If you have a mental or physical impairment which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations during any portion of the application process, including testing and/or interviews, please contact us at [e-mail]. If requesting testing and/or interview accommodations, you must contact us at least three (3) working days before the interview or test date.

Position Type:Not Applicable
Job Categories:
Other Professional > Other Certified Professional

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Become a Teacher Program Coordinator FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Family: Professional Pay Range: A/P Schedule, Grade Q
Prepared/Revised Date: September 6, 2026 Job Code: 34709

SUMMARY: The Become a Teacher (BaT) Program is part of Poudre School District’s comprehensive staff
education and career advancement efforts to recruit, prepare, and retain licensed teachers in high-need areas.
With funding from the Colorado Department of Education’s Quality Teacher Recruitment Program (QTRP), PSD
is expanding the program during the 2026–27 school year through the addition of a Program Coordinator.
The Program Coordinator is responsible for implementing, strengthening, and overseeing the Become a Teacher
Program, including candidate recruitment, selection and onboarding, licensure progress, university and fieldexperience partnerships, cohort mentoring, and program activities. The position supports participants
throughout their educator preparation pathway, promoting successful licensure completion, employee
retention, and continued career growth within PSD. The coordinator will also develop sustainable program
structures, resources, and partnerships to support the program’s continued growth beyond the grant period.
This is a time-limited, grant-funded position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coordinate and oversee the day-to-day implementation of the Become a Teacher Program, including
   program timelines, participant communication, logistics, documentation, and other activities necessary
   for successful program implementation. Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective, current,
   and former program participants and as a liaison among participants, university partners, and District
   staff.
2. Develop, implement, and coordinate a comprehensive application and selection process for the
   Become a Teacher Program. Establish application requirements, materials, selection criteria, timelines,
   and procedures; develop targeted and inclusive recruitment strategies to reach qualified employees
   from diverse backgrounds and high-need areas; coordinate informational sessions, application review,
   interviews, selection, and onboarding; and communicate program requirements and expectations to
   prospective and selected participants.
3. Provide ongoing individualized support to Become a Teacher participants throughout their educator
   preparation and licensure pathways. Conduct regular check-ins and school-based, non-evaluative
   observations to monitor participant progress, identify barriers and areas for growth, and connect
   participants with appropriate academic, professional, and District resources. Provide coaching and
   guidance and collaborate with supervisors, school leaders, mentors, and other District staff as needed
   to support participant success and retention.
4. Develop, coordinate, and facilitate monthly cohort meetings and professional learning opportunities.
   Manage all meeting logistics, including scheduling, location, materials, meals, communications, and
   guest speakers. Develop and coordinate high-quality professional learning based on program goals and
   participant needs, including topics such as instructional practices, classroom management, culturally
   responsive teaching, inclusive practices, and other relevant areas.
5. Coordinate mentoring, university partnerships, and field-experience supports for Become a Teacher
   Program participants. Recruit and match mentors; refine mentor expectations, resources, and training;
   and maintain regular communication with mentors. Collaborate with university and educator
   preparation partners to coordinate admissions, advising, financial aid, coursework, field experiences,
   licensure requirements, and participant academic progress. Maintain appropriate documentation of
   participant progress toward program and licensure requirements.
6. Collect, maintain, and analyze program data to evaluate program effectiveness and support continuous
   improvement. Track program outcomes related to recruitment, participation, retention, mentoring,
   professional learning, and participant feedback. Develop and administer participant and mentor
   surveys, identify trends and areas for improvement, and use findings to recommend program
   improvements. Monitor grant benchmarks and requirements; assist with required grant data
   collection, evaluation, and reporting; and support future grant applications and other funding
   opportunities related to the program.
7. Coordinate program-related financial and administrative processes, including participant tuition
   assistance, mentor stipends, program purchasing, and other program expenditures. Maintain required
   documentation, collaborate with appropriate District departments to support accurate and timely
   processing, and coordinate invoicing and repayment processes for participants who do not complete
   program requirements or otherwise become responsible for repayment under program agreements.
8. Monitor and document participant progress toward program, academic, field-experience, and
   licensure requirements. Maintain accurate participant records and coordinate with participants and
   university partners to track coursework, academic standing, field experiences, licensure requirements,
   and other program milestones.
9. Support the continued development, expansion, and sustainability of the Become a Teacher Program.
   Develop program structures, procedures, resources, and partnerships to support longterm program success. Collaborate with District departments, school leaders and supervisors, mentors,
   university and educator preparation partners, and other external organizations to address program
   and participant needs, strengthen existing pathways, identify opportunities for new high-need
   licensure pathways, and expand PSD's educator pipeline.
10. Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in education or a related field (degree or professional experience in special education strongly preferred)
• Minimum of five years of experience as a licensed educator in a public K-12 educational setting
• Experience supporting, mentoring, coaching or developing educators
• Experience working with educator preparation programs, alternative licensure pathways, teacher
  licensure, or educator recruitment and development
• Experience developing or coordinating programs, professional learning, or cohort-based learning
  experiences preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of Colorado educator licensure requirements and pathways
• Equivalent combination of experience and education acceptable

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS

• Criminal background check required for hire
• Valid US driver’s license
• Valid Colorado Professional Teacher License required (K-12 Special Education Generalist endorsement
  preferred)
• Valid Colorado Principal or Administrator License preferred

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Oral and written communication skills
• English language skills
• Interpersonal relations skills
• Math and accounting skills
• Customer service and public relations skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
• Ability to build and maintain effective partnerships with District staff, school leaders, higher education institutions, and other external partners
• Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and report program data to support program evaluation and continuous improvement
• Ability to facilitate meetings, professional learning, and presentations for adult learners and diverse stakeholder groups
• Excellent project organization and management skills
• Ability to be a part of and work with a team
• Knowledge of Poudre School District policies and procedures
• Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job
• Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, District policies, administrative guidelines and building and department procedures
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE

POSITION TITLE # of EMPLOYEES Reports to: Senior Director, Talent Acquisition & Retention Direct reports: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

STANDARD PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Poudre School District is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Poudre School District will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].