Teacher Elementary- 5th Grade- Shepardson Elementary School

Job Details

2026-27 Teacher Elementary – 5th Grade – Shepardson Elementary School
Poudre School District
SHEPARDSON ELEMENTARY – FORT COLLINS, Colorado

Job
Starting Date:
Aug 10, 2026

Pay Range: $58,000 – $89,278 annually (based on a 100% assignment).
Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short‑term and long‑term disability, employee walk‑in clinic, and other optional benefits.

Position is probationary. PSD employees under a licensed contract may apply and, if selected, retain contract status.

• Valid Colorado Educator’s License with appropriate endorsement.
• Bachelor’s degree required with proper teaching licensure program.
• Experience instructing elementary students preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.
• English language skills; bilingual oral and written communication skills preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, critical thinking, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Commitment to attendance requirements and Board/School policies.
• Ability to work supportively with teachers, staff, and administrators.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, honesty, and integrity.
• Ability to promote and follow safety rules and report unsafe conditions.

• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement course content, individualized programs, classroom materials, lesson plans, and learning activities.
• Instruct students in large, small, and one‑on‑one settings.
• Administer, edit, proofread, and grade assignments and assessments.
• Create a classroom environment that maximizes instructional opportunity, supervises behavior and wellbeing, and administers discipline when appropriate.
• Design assessment tasks that allow students to demonstrate understanding in a variety of ways and use data to give meaningful feedback and modify instruction.
• Monitor student growth and progress, adapt support as needed, and maintain documentation of academic, social, and emotional progress.
• Communicate student progress and needs with parents/guardians and other staff.
• Collaborate with teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to enhance instruction and improve outcomes.
• Participate in department, team, building, and district meetings; student and family conferences; social, cultural, and extracurricular activities; and professional growth opportunities.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Operating knowledge of personal computers and peripherals.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Outlook, and other departmental software.
• Experience with typical educational/instructional technology equipment and programs.
• Experience with typical office equipment.
• Ability to work supportively with others and maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of safety rules and reporting procedures.

Position requires typical classroom duties, including standing, walking, and using office equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.

Poudre School District is an equal‑opportunity employer dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all. The district celebrates diversity and encourages candidates from all identities. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, medical condition, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, military status, or other protected status.

Elementary Teacher – responsible for instructing elementary-level students in appropriate subject areas in coordination with current curriculum and within the framework of District and state content standards. Work calendar days: 188 for the semester; duration: one semester (08/10/2026‑12/18/2026).