Cortez - Elementary Learning Coach (Teacher)

Young World Physical Education; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,600; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a passionate Elementary Learning Coach in Cortez, Colorado. This role focuses on supporting teachers, developing innovative teaching strategies, and enhancing student success in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, K-6 Colorado teaching license, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a full-time role with a salary range of $50,000 to $67,600 per year.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills are necessary.
• Demonstrated excellence in classroom instruction preferred.
• Instructional leadership or coaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers with transitions and team centers.
• Collaborate with educators to enhance instructional practices.
• Lead the development and implementation of MTSS plans.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Classroom instruction excellence

Instructional leadership or coaching experience

Technology proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

K-6 Colorado teaching license or ability to obtain one

Job description

Cortez - Elementary Learning Coach (Teacher)

Teach in Southwest Colorado Montezuma-Cortez SD RE1 Elementary Pool - Cortez, Colorado

Starting Date: Jul 22, 2026

Job Description

MONTEZUMA CORTEZ SCHOOL DISTRICT RE-1

EVERY STUDENT. EVERY DAY.

Position: Learning Coach - Elementary Teaching Position

Our Vision

The district is committed to creating an environment of collaboration and accountability that ensures our students:

• Achieve personal goals and academic growth.
• Are invested in success for their future.
• Attain high levels of literacy and 21st century skills.
• Are engaged in active citizenship.
• Learn in a safe and healthy school environment.

We are committed to developing a team of effective educators who are dedicated to closing the achievement gap in a high-need, diverse community of learners and this position is critical to meeting that commitment. We are privileged to serve students from the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe and the Navajo Tribe, which contribute greatly to the cultural richness of our community and schools.

Position Summary:

The Learning Coach will play a critical role in supporting classroom teachers, enhancing instructional practices, and promoting student success. Implement new exciting opportunities to collaborate with educators, provide instructional guidance, and contribute to the implementation of innovative teaching strategies within a supportive educational environment.

Essential Duties:

• Prepare, organize and set-up the team centers and support Team Centers (TC) each period.
• Support classroom teachers with timely transitions, i.e., start and stop and transition to and from team centers.
• Support student independence and learning with S2 and A work.
• Support classroom teachers with grading and organizing S2 and A work on a weekly basis, make copies for the team of teachers assigned to them.
• Collaborate with teachers to enhance instructional strategies, differentiation, and assessment practices.
• Support the implementation of curriculum plans aligned with state standards and district initiatives.
• Lead the development and implementation of MTSS plans, including: GT, 504, EL, RtI.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to analyze student data and identify areas for instructional improvement.
• Collaborate with other classroom teachers, instructional leaders, and support staff to align initiatives and support student success.
• Stay updated on the latest educational trends; research; and best practices.
• Support other classroom teachers in utilizing formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive school culture by promoting open communication and teamwork.
• Participate in school-wide initiatives, committees, and professional learning communities.
• Support classroom management and substitute as needed.
• Ensure objectives are written in Team Centers each day before the first group of students arrive in the TC.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Language Skills: Demonstrate an understanding of the Colorado state standards for English language arts including the foundations of literacy and how to apply those in practice to support the development of strong literacy skills in students. Ability to deepen student’s literacy skills across the curriculum through exposure to fiction and non-fiction texts, opportunities to practice skills in citing evidence to text, and writing across the curriculum. Ability to effectively present information both orally and in writing and to respond to questions from students, parents, and colleagues.

Mathematical Skills: Demonstrate understanding of the Colorado state standards for math including the progression of foundational math skills in elementary and the demonstration of mathematical practices. Ability to engage students in rigorous and dynamic mathematics instruction that utilizes a variety of methods (e.g., modeling, word problems, critiquing the reasoning of others) to move from concrete to conceptual to abstract, building an effective mathematical foundational knowledge to prepare students for middle school and higher math.

Growth Mindset: A commitment to continuous improvement including an ability to apply knowledge of current research and educational theory to instructional programming; an ability to receive feedback and reflect on one’s own instruction; an ability to interpret and use data to drive changes in instruction; and a desire to engage in ongoing collaboration with colleagues to share and learn best practices.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand for long periods of time, walk around the classroom and school; provide verbal instruction and solicit and hear students’ responses as well as demonstrate an ability to read handwritten or typed materials.

The employee is directly responsible for the safety and well-being of students. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be asked to push or lift up to 50 lbs. Examples of this include lifting boxes of books. These physical demands represent those an employee needs to routinely demonstrate while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

Candidate Profile

Education and Certification:

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

K-6 Colorado teaching license or ability to obtain one.

Experience and Skills:

Excellent communication skills.

Demonstrated excellence in classroom instruction preferred.

Instructional leadership or coaching experience preferred.

Experience in Get Better Faster Framework preferred.

High level of personal organization and planning.

Technology proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Culture and Fit:

Commitment to the mission and values of Montezuma Cortez Re-1.

Ambition and desire to grow as a leader.

Openness to feedback.

Makes and models high standards of personal and professional integrity.

Collaborative practitioner.

Supervisory Duties: None

Reports to: Building Principal

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Amy MacBean
• Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1
• Cortez, Colorado 81321
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Non‑discrimination Clause

Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 does not discriminate against any protected classes as identified by the State of Colorado. A lack of English speaking skills will not be a barrier to participation or admission. The following staff have been designated to handle inquiries regarding our nondiscrimination policies:

• Title IX Coordinator and Compliance Officer (Title II/ADA, Title VI) – Rhonda Tracy, Director of Human Resources – 400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 – 970-565-7522 ext. 1135 – [e-mail]
• 504 Compliance Officer (Section 504) – Executive Director of Exceptional Student Services – 400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 – 970-565-7522 ext. 1118 – [e-mail]

Employer: Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $50,000 to $67,600 per year