Substitute, Education ​/ Teaching

Applications will be accepted beginning Wednesday, May 20, 2026 12:00 AM Mountain Standard Time.

Job Description

School Year!

Elk Creek Elementary is located in New Castle, Colorado, which serves as the gateway to the Western Colorado Rocky Mountains and is located along the Colorado River. New Castle is a charming community with strong values set amidst the beauty of the mountains.

At Elk Creek Elementary we believe in empowering children to become extraordinary. We accomplish our mission through the hard work of our students, strong partnership with our families, and the dedication of our staff.

Position Summary: The Permanent Substitute Teacher may be required to cover multiple classroom blocks or other assigned variable duties throughout the workday. Responsible for carrying out the lesson plans of the teacher for whom he/she is substituting and meeting the duties of teaching as outlined in laws and policies. Responsible for working effectively with a team of paraprofessionals, teachers, administrators, parents and District office staff with the purpose of providing quality educational services for each and every student, each and every day, without exception.

Assignments will vary.

Status: Full Time, 149 Days Per Year, 36 Hours Per Week

Title: Permanent Substitute

Location: Elk Creek Elementary School, Newcastle CO

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Aflac products
• Employee assistance programs
• Surgery plus opportunities
• Paid time off
• Sick leave
• Vacation leave
• Holiday pay
• PERA retirement plan with 21.4% contribution
• Identity theft protection
• Local discounts
• Verizon Wireless discount
• and more.

Garfield School District No. RE-2
839 Whiteriver Avenue
Rifle, CO 81650

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