Teacher, 5th Grade

Mapleton Public Schools; Thornton (CO); On-site; CAD 90,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1, seeks a 5th Grade Teacher at York International School in Thornton, CO. Licensed salary schedule offers $63,301–$128,842 annually for the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities include improving achievement for diverse learners, planning engaging lessons aligned to Colorado standards, and maintaining strong parent communication. Mandatory Title IX training is required.

Qualifications

• Colorado teaching license with Elementary endorsement required.
• Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education endorsement preferred, or willingness to pursue.
• K-3 teachers must provide evidence-based literacy training per CDE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Improve achievement for all students, including English Language Learners.
• Design and promote a rigorous culture of learning in the classroom and school.
• Model Habits of Mind to contribute to a supportive culture for all.
• Demonstrate high expectations and strong relationships with students.
• Plan instruction aligned to Colorado Academic Standards with differentiation.
• Maintain two-way communication with parents about progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in professional development.
• Demonstrate resilience when facing challenges.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Classroom management

Collaboration with colleagues

Education

Colorado teaching license with Elementary endorsement

Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education endorsement preferred

Evidence-based literacy training per CDE requirements

Job description

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted: 11/10/2026
• Location: York International School
• Closing Date: 11/16/2026

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Human Resources, 7350 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221. [phone], or the US Dept. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204.

LICENSED VACANCY

Position is for the 2026-2027 school year.

POSITION:

Teacher, 5th Grade

LOCATION:

9200 York St, Thornton, CO 80229 - York International

PAY RANGE:

Licensed Salary Schedule; $63,301 - $128,842 Annual Salary

CALENDAR:

190 Days

SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW:

York International School is a globally minded K-12 school. As an active, rigorous learning community, students focus on college and post-secondary preparation from kindergarten to 12th grade. Student learning is enriched in this K-12 environment with opportunities for older and younger students to interact and learn from one another, after-school enrichment programming, and diverse student leadership clubs and groups. Students may also participate in the Engineering and Technology Pathway. Successful York students are highly active learners and well-rounded students with a strong commitment to academics and the York community.

In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits page.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Colorado teaching licensed with an appropriate Elementary endorsement required.
• Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, *or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework. *
• K-3 teachers must provide documentation of evidence-based literacy training per CDE requirements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS:

• Have a commitment to raising achievement for all students, including English Language Learners and those who are performing below grade level.
• Design and promote a rigorous culture of learning in the classroom and school with both students and staff.
• Modelling and instilling Habits of Mind to contribute to a supportive culture for all.
• Demonstrate and model high expectations and successful relationship strategies for all students to succeed.
• Design and deliver instructional plans based on the Colorado Academic Standards that are purposeful, engaging, and meet the differentiated needs of all students.Use district-adopted curricular resources. Conduct formative assessments that guide instruction.
• Establish and document two-way communication with parents and students about their progress towards grade-level expectations.
• Willingness to collaborate and seek solutions with colleagues.
• Participate in professional development and apply new learning gained.
• Demonstrate resilience in the face of challenges.

Other duties as assigned.

TRAINING:

• Mandatory Title IX training is required by the Colorado Department of Education and for all public‑school employees. Title IX training addresses harassment, discrimination, and bullying. Completing these mandatory Title IX training courses ensure we are meeting state requirements while continuing to foster a culture of safety and belonging across our schools.
• You will have two mandatory training courses that must be completed within 30 days of your date of hire and are required to be completed on your own time.

SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN SCHOOL DISTRICT BUILDINGS OR ON SCHOOL GROUNDS