Kindergarten Teacher: Inspiring Safe, Inclusive Learning

Applitrack; Colorado; On-site; USD 51,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa County Valley School District 51 seeks an elementary school teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The role involves planning and delivering standards-aligned instruction, differentiating for diverse learners, and collaborating with families and colleagues to promote student success.

Responsibilities include assessing progress, implementing the district’s framework, and maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eligible for appropriate Colorado teaching license
• Experience instructing students in a classroom setting is preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned appropriate lessons
• Use a variety of instructional strategies and technologies to support diverse learning styles
• Integrate academic, social, and emotional learning into daily instruction
• Prepare instructional materials and resources to enhance student engagement
• Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one situations
• Implement the district Teaching and Learning Framework and deliver instruction using Board-adopted curriculum and instructional resources to ensure alignment with district expectations and state standards
• Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
• Establish and maintain clear expectations for behavior, academic integrity, and classroom routines
• Foster positive relationships with students to support engagement and accountability
• Support students' social-emotional development and overall well-being
• Encourage student responsibility, independence, and self-advocacy
• Implements and monitors student-specific plans (ex: 504s, IEPs) with accuracy and fidelity to ensure appropriate supports and compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Mesa County Valley School District 51 seeks an elementary school teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The role involves planning and delivering standards-aligned instruction, differentiating for diverse learners, and collaborating with families and colleagues to promote student success.

Responsibilities include assessing progress, implementing the district’s framework, and maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom.