Preschool Teacher - ECE or ECSE

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8; Fountain (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

Fountain-Fort Carson School District # 8 invites applications for a teaching position starting 2026-2027. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a Colorado teaching certificate with a valid ECSE endorsement. Candidates enrolled in ECSE or alternative licensure programs are welcome to apply.

The job emphasizes creating a flexible, growth-focused classroom, building strong relationships with students and parents, and collaborating with staff to meet diverse learning needs.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Colorado Teaching Certificate endorsed in area of assignment.
• Endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) required.
• Applicants with a BA in any field may apply if enrolled in ECSE or in an ECSE program.

Responsibilities

• Plans a program of study appropriate to students' maturity and needs.
• Creates a positive, conducive classroom environment and enforces rules.
• Guides learning to improve student achievement per curriculum and standards.
• Employs effective instructional methods and materials.
• Assesses student progress regularly and communicates findings.
• Collaborates with professionals to determine learning needs.
• Works with colleagues, students, and parents on progress.
• Adheres to Board policies, state rules, and licensure standards.
• Strives to maintain professional competence and participate in committees.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Colorado Teaching Certificate

Early Childhood Special Education ECSE

Alternative Licensure eligible

Job description

• Date Posted: 8/17/2026
• Location: Conrad Early Learning Center
• Date Available: ASAP

STARTING 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Qualifications:

• 1. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• 2. A valid Colorado Teaching Certificate endorsed in area of assignment.
• - Endorsement must be Early Childhood Special Education - ECSE required
• - Applicants with a BA (or higher - in ANY area) AND who are in (or willing to be in) and ECSE program are eligible to apply
• - Can be enrolled in a TEE or Alternative Licensure program
• 3. Such alternatives to the above as the Board may find appropriate.

Job Goals:

To create a flexible program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good educational background in accordance with each pupil's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.

Performance Responsibilities:

• 1. Plans a program of study that is appropriate to the maturity and interest of students and I meets their individual needs and abilities.
• 2. Creates a positive classroom environment which upholds and enforces the school rules and is conducive to learning.
• 3. The teacher will guide the learning process to increase student achievement in accordance with the curriculum and consistent with state and local standards.
• 4. Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• 5. Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required in a timely and confidential manner.
• 6. Work with other professionals to determine special learning needs of pupils on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of specialists as required.
• 7. Collaborates with colleagues, students, and/or parents on an ongoing basis concerning student academic and behavioral progress.
• 8. The school professional adheres to the Board of Education policies, state rules and regulations, and to licensure standards.
• 9. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence and serves on staff committees as required.

Salary:

Certified salary is based upon degree status and years of experience. Horizontal advancements are based upon "Graduate" level credits and staff development hours obtained after the last degree was conferred.

Certified Salary Schedule

One year of credit will be provided for each year of approved outside teaching experience.

Benefits:

Fountain-Fort Carson School District # 8 provides medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, life, long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment insurances, and paid time off benefits. There are district and employee contributions to some or most of these benefits.

Employment Period:

186 days per year