Reading Teacher - RHES

Eagle, CO; Gypsum (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Free CMC credits

Job summary

Red Hill Elementary School is seeking a Reading Teacher for the 2026/2027 school year. The role plans instruction and assessments aligned with district standards, supervises students, and maintains a positive learning environment to advance achievement.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, Colorado teaching license, and Highly Qualified status per No Child Left Behind. Endorsement in teaching area is preferred and professional growth is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Must have a Colorado teaching license.
• Endorsement in teaching area preferred.
• High standards for professional growth and student learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan instruction aligned with district outcomes and state standards.
• Supervise students and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Adapt instruction to meet individual learning needs and monitor progress.
• Contribute to school culture and professional development of teachers.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Colorado teaching license

Highly Qualified per NCLB

CTE endorsement (preferred)

Job description

READING TEACHER
Red Hill Elementary School

BENEFITS:Health, Dental and Vision insurance,20-22% employer contribution to your PERA retirement plan, paid holidays, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, free CMC credits, amongst others.For full time employees
HIRING SALARY RANGE:$50,500 - $69,171 per year

For the most current salary schedules, please visit https://www.eagleschools.net/departments/finance/salary-schedules

2026/2027 School Year
This is a temporary teaching position for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year. The position is expected to conclude at the end of the school year.

SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION:
Plans instruction and assessment aligned with District learner outcomes and State achievement standards. Supervises assigned students and maintains a positive learning environment. Adapts instruction to meet the individual learning needs of all students resulting in an increased probability of advancing their achievement. Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with students, parents, staff, and community members.

ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS:

• Teach the approved Eagle County School District's curriculum.
• Participate in cluster group meetings focusing on student learning and individual growth goals/goals.
• Participate in the development and enhancement of a school-wide culture that promotes professional growth and student learning.
• Provide support and knowledge that inspires and encourages the professional growth of teachers at the cluster group meeting and school-wide as resources are utilized for the enhancement of student learning.
• Contribute to the professional development of other teachers including but not limited to modeling the use and application of best practices, and peer support with lesson planning and designing consistent with state standards and district goals.
• Plan standards based learning, including selection of content, instructional strategies, and assessments, appropriate for all learners and aligned with District outcomes.
• Teach to an identified learning objective, presents content accurately, implements a variety of instructional strategies, checks frequently for student understanding, and monitors student progress.
• Adapt instruction to meet the learning needs of all students thus increasing the probability of advancing their achievement.
• Promote and maintain student behavior expectations conducive to learning and maximizing learning time.
• Establish and demonstrate positive human relations with students, parents, other staff members, and the community.
• Maintain an ongoing program of professional growth that meets District requirements and expectations and personal professional goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• For applicants applying for a Career/Technical Education positions, must be CTE certified or be willing to gain CTE certification.
• Active teacher authorization or license issued by the State of Colorado.
• Must be "Highly Qualified" according to the Colorado's definition of a "Highly Qualified" teacher under the No Child Left Behind Act (effective January 1, 2004 for current teachers and 2002-03 for newly hired teachers).
• Endorsement in the area(s) of teaching assignment preferred.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

In order to be employed in this role, you need to hold a Colorado Department of Education Teaching License.

If, upon commencement of the Contract term, the Teacher does not have proper licensure, nor appropriate highly qualified status, the Teacher shall be paid the Permanent Substitute Teacher salary and the Teacher shall have until Octoberof the current school year to obtain such licensure and highly qualified status and submit written evidence thereof to the District and the Teacher's salary specified in the offer above. If, however, the Teacher fails to obtain licensure nor appropriate highly qualified status and submit written evidence thereof to the District by October of the current school year, the Teacher shall remain a Permanent Substitute Teacher and be paid at the Permanent Substitute Rate for the remainder of the Contract.

JOB CONTACT

Renee Westenfelder - Principal

970.328.8979
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