26 - ESS Preschool Teacher Itinerant (2026 - 2027 School Year

ESS Preschool Teacher Itinerant

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state:
We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment. We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success. We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity. We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect. We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs.

We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff. We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs. As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence.

Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

The primary responsibility of the ESS Preschool Teacher is to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential; performs instructional and related duties in accordance with District policies and terms of the teacher contract. The Teacher also maintains a cooperative attitude with staff, parents, and students.

Required:

Valid Colorado Teaching License within 60 days from date of hire. Endorsed in:
Early Childhood Education, Special Education Endorsement, and Elementary Endorsement or highly qualified by passing the PLACE/PRAXIS test for Elementary Education. Be eligible for a Teacher in Residence (TIR) or Alternative Licensing Program in content area. Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.

Preferred:
Two years experience working with families and young children, preferably with special needs. Previous successful experience as a preschool classroom teacher. Previous experience and/or training in Autism. Ability and willingness to collaborate and team with classroom teachers. Ability to implement a standards-based program. Ability to work with elementary school students. Flexibility in teaching and scheduling. Knowledge of and experience with IDEA 2004.

Knowledge of and experience with District Policies and Procedures. Knowledge of Infinite Campus or willingness to take training. Experience in a Title I or low income setting. Previous experience as a certified teacher. Knowledge of content standards and implementation of standards-based curriculum. Ability to teach and meet the academic needs of all students ensuring academic progress in all content areas especially in reading/writing and mathematics.

Ability to collaborate with all instructional staff. Previous experience to use data to make instructional decisions. Knowledge/experience with the five components of reading and commitment to support and implement explicit and systematic reading instruction, based on scientific research. Ability to use technology and integrate technology skills into the curriculum. Knowledge / experience teaching the diverse learner especially students who may have a specific learning plan such as an IEP, ILP, ELL, 504, etc.

Demonstrated effective classroom management skills. Knowledge /experience with and ability to implement scientific-based research best practices. Previous experience with and ability to utilize effective small groups and whole class direct instruction strategies to differentiate instruction. Knowledge / experience in implementing the Title I parental involvement plan. Knowledge / experience with Positive Behavior Support Program or willing to implement the school-wide discipline plan.

Knowledge and understanding of Common Core standards. Ability to unpack standards and align with curriculum. Ability to write specific learning goals, objectives and outcomes. Ability to analyze and use multiple data sources to make sound instructional decisions. Ability and willingness to collaborate with colleagues and actively participate in professional learning communities. Ability to use technology and incorporate/teach 21st century skills. Ability to scaffold and differentiate instruction.

Ability and willingness to integrate reading, writing and math throughout the curriculum. Computer expertise or an…