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Primary Elementary Teachers, FTE

Job in Durango, La Plata County, Colorado, 81302, USA
Listing for: Durango School District 9-R
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-04
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Elementary School
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: 2026/2027 Primary Elementary Teachers, 1.0 FTE

Primary Elementary Teachers, 1.0 FTE (2026/2027)

Applications are being accepted for Primary Elementary School Teachers for the 2026/2027 school year. Must meet CDE and ESSA requirements for In-Field Teacher in Elementary Education by the start date. Position begins August 13, 2026.

Job Title: Licensed Teacher
Pay Grade: Licensed Compensation System
Job Family: Licensed Staff
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: School
Prepared Date: Dec.
17, 2013;
Rev 07/01/17; 04/10/23
Typical Work Year: 10 months

SUMMARY: Plan instruction and assessment aligned with District learner outcomes and State achievement standards. Supervise assigned students and maintain a positive learning environment. Adapt instruction to meet the individual learning needs of all students, resulting in an increased probability of advancing their achievement. Maintain positive inter‑personal relationships with students, parents, staff and community members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Utilize effective teaching practices to teach the adopted curricula for assigned grades and subjects so that students attain adopted grade/course expectations and standards. Modify and tailor the curriculum as necessary to address individual student differences, learning styles and student abilities.
  • Develop lesson plans and instruct with adopted materials. Utilize supplemental classroom materials, media and teaching appropriate for assigned levels and subjects.
  • Utilize formative and summative assessments to assess the learning, achievement and performance of each student and report the results as required by District Policy and school procedures.
  • Model, promote and when situations arise provide instruction related to character education including citizenship and responsible behavior (respect for self, other and property), bullying prevention, conflict resolution skills and responsible work habits and ethics.
  • Implement student IEPs, 504 Plans and Behaviour Support Plans as outlined. Attend meetings pertaining to student IEPs and 504s as requested. Provide updates on student performance to case managers as requested.
  • Provide safety instruction for students when subject, activities, chemicals, product, tools or equipment pose possible harm or injury to students, including use of personal protective devices (protective eye devices, safe clothing) and assure that students adhere to safety requirements.
  • Maintain an orderly, positive learning environment free from disruptive behaviour by implementing proactive classroom management strategies and enforcing the Student Conduct Code. Supervise students to minimise any possibility of violent behaviour and to minimise potential accidents.
  • Maintain an ongoing relationship with families for the purpose of sharing information regarding the student’s educational programme and assisting the family in cooperatively improving the student’s home and school relationship. Develop and promote good relations among the school community: parents, staff, administration and other community members.
  • When necessary work with the IEP Team to assist with the development of behaviour support plans, health plans, safety plans and/or crisis plans.
  • Be familiar with and abide by all applicable Federal and Colorado laws and regulations;
    Board of Education policies and District Regulations, as amended from time to time; school procedures that relate to employment with the District.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Assure the safety and welfare of students including necessary actions to ensure that students are supervised at all times.
  • Demonstrate faithfulness and promptness in attendance at work.
  • Submit required reports promptly at the times specified.
  • Demonstrate care of and protection of School District property.
  • Report suspected child abuse or neglect as required by law.
  • Use the District’s internet and e‑mail system as specified in Policy.
  • Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent or their designees.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Minimum Bachelor’s degree of a related subject from an accredited university.

EXPERIENCE

Experience is preferred but may not be necessary for hiring.

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