TCH - Teacher - 5th Grade Dual Language

Adams County School District 14; United States; Vor Ort; USD 68.000 - 127.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

PTO

Health insurance

Retirement via PERA

Dental & Vision

Zusammenfassung

Adams County School District 14 seeks an Elementary Teacher (Generalist) with a Dual Language emphasis to join Dupont Elementary School. The role supports K–3 students within a Colorado public school setting and requires a Bachelor’s degree and a Colorado teaching certificate with elementary endorsement.

Responsibilities include planning engaging lessons, collaborating with teachers and families, and ensuring compliance with state and district requirements.

Qualifikationen

• Must hold a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must possess or qualify and receive within 30 days of hire a Colorado teaching certificate with an elementary education endorsement.
• Teachers K-3 must meet READ Act training and evidence-based reading requirements.
• Dual Language Teachers required to hold CLDE or appropriate credentials.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned to district curriculum.
• Use differentiated instruction and MTSS to support all learners.
• Collaborate with special education to modify curricula per IEPs.
• Plan, assess, and monitor student learning growth with formative/summative data.
• Establish professional relationships with parents and the school community.
• Comply with Board policies, district regulations, and state laws.

Kenntnisse

Core subject knowledge

Bilingual endorsement preferred

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Colorado teaching certificate w/ elementary endorsement

READ Act training requirements

CLDE credentials

Jobbeschreibung

• Position Type: Teacher (Elementary)/ Elementary Teacher
• Date Posted: 10/19/2026
• Location: Dupont Elementary School

TEACHER

TEACHER (ELEMENTARY DUAL LANGUAGE)

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Teacher - Elementary Generalist FLSA STATUS: Exempt

LOCATION: Assigned Building DAYS: 188 | CALENDAR: B

JOB ID & DATE: TCH-05 | June, 2026

JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. All employees of the district are expected to act with integrity, support the organizational goals, utilize feedback to improve instructional performance, and commit to championing the needs of our students.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

License / Certification Required

Must possess or qualify and receive within 30 days of hire for a Colorado teaching certificate with an elementary education endorsement

Must submit fingerprints through Adams 14's district-coordinated employment background check process, even if previously fingerprinted for CDE licensure. Employment is contingent upon the District's review of the results in accordance with applicable law and District policy.

Teachers assigned to grades K-3 must meet all Colorado READ Act training and evidence-based reading instruction requirements established by the Colorado Department of Education.

Dual Language Teachers required to hold CLDE or appropriate credentials

Work Experience Required

One year residency, student teaching, or classroom experience preferred

Other Skills and Abilities Required

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Knowledgeable of state curriculum standards

Bilingual Endorsement preferred

Regular attendance is essential

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provision of the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual students. Design instructional activities which enhance the objectives and which reflect an interdisciplinary/thematic approach to teaching.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by the district, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Implement Tier I instructional practices aligned with core academic standards, and provide differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Collaborate with instructional teams to identify students in need of additional support and deliver targeted Tier II interventions within the MTSS framework.
• Uses technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

• Monitor, analyze, and support student academic growth through the use of formative and summative assessment data.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct / student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communications

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills.
• Comply with the Colorado Department of Education, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Policy, Reports and Law

• Comply with all applicable federal laws, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and Title I and Title III program requirements (as applicable), along with other national regulations governing K-12 public education.
• Comply with all State of Colorado education laws and regulations, including the Colorado READ Act (if applicable), the Exceptional Children's Educational Act (ECEA) (if applicable), and all standards and guidelines established by the Colorado Department of Education (CDE).
• Follow all relevant Board of Education policies and Adams 14 Operational Policies related to curriculum, instruction, assessment, safety, student services, and professional conduct.
• Adhere to district‑level procedures and school‑based expectations regarding instruction, family communication, data reporting, and school improvement planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or designated supervisor.

Budget Responsibility

• Compile and maintain records of instructional materials and supplies.

SUBJECT SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Dual Language Specific

• Deliver instruction in both English and the partner language according to district dual language program design.
• Promote bilingualism, biliteracy, academic achievement, and cultural competency.
• Utilize instructional strategies that support language transfer and cross-linguistic connections.
• Assess student growth in both languages using district‑approved assessments.
• Collaborate with dual language and multilingual learner staff to ensure program fidelity.
• Maintain communication with families in support of bilingual student success.
• Support implementation of district dual language program goals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work primarily in a usual office or school environment including classrooms, cafeterias, hallways, playgrounds, gyms, and other spaces accessible to students. The Employee may be required to work from a remote location in the event of a district shut-down or other event.

Mental Functions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, compare, analyze, coordinate, instruct, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. Occasionally required to compile, copy, compute and negotiate.

TRANSPARENCY IN PAY AND BENEFITS

Adams 14 is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits and complies with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and well‑being of our employees.

Compensation for this position is $68,000 to $127,485 per year (2026-2027), based on verified experience and qualifications, and aligned with the Adams 14 salary schedule. This position is scheduled for 188 work days annually. Additional compensation opportunities may be available through stipends or supplemental assignments, depending on job responsibilities.

Benefits include: Paid Time Off (PTO), Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, District contributions to Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free and confidential support services, Wellness and preventive care programs. Voluntary coverage options for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer care, legal assistance, and accident insurance are available for all full‑time staff.

Retirement and voluntary benefits include: Membership in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) and optional retirement savings plans including 403(b) and 457(b).

For more detailed information, please review the Adams 14 Employee Benefits Guide, available on the District website.