Teacher (3-5): 2026-27 SY
4 days ago
Colorado Springs
Job DescriptionDescription: The 3–5 Classroom Teacher is responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing instruction aligned with the Core Knowledge/Classical curriculum to support the academic and personal growth of students. This role fosters an inclusive, structured, and engaging classroom environment that promotes respect, curiosity, and excellence. The teacher collaborates with colleagues, communicates regularly with families, and contributes to the overall success of the school community. Compensation and Benefits • Full-time, Exempt, • Salary based on education and experience, • Eligible for health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid leave benefitsRequirements:, • Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Valid Colorado teaching license in elementary education, • Master's degree in Education, • Familiarity with Core Knowledge/Classical curriculum, • Develop and deliver lesson plans aligned with Core Knowledge/Classical curriculum standards., • Establish and maintain a positive, structured, and respectful classroom environment that fosters student engagement and academic excellence., • Use varied instructional strategies, materials, and assessments to meet the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical needs of students., • Design learning experiences that challenge students to reach their full potential., • Maintain an orderly, safe, and welcoming classroom environment., • Collaborate with grade-level and school-wide colleagues to strengthen curriculum and instruction., • Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress, expectations, and school initiatives., • Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and school events., • Represent the school’s mission, values, and policies with professionalism in all interactions., • Maintain accurate attendance, grading, and progress records within the student information system., • Assess student learning regularly and provide timely feedback, progress reports, and deficiency notices., • Conduct parent-teacher conferences to support student success., • Submit lesson plans, assessments, and reports as required., • Maintain proper classroom discipline and supervision to ensure safety and effective learning., • Prepare substitute teacher lesson plans and classroom materials as needed., • Assist with supervisory duties such as carpool, recess, and lunch coverage., • Lesson planning, instruction, and assessment, • Classroom management and student support Competencies • Strong planning, organizational, and classroom management skills, • Commitment to professional growth and development, • Effective written and oral communication skills, • Critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, • Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and administrators, • Flexibility in managing multiple priorities and adapting to interruptions, • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, • Work performed primarily in a classroom setting, • Frequent standing, walking, and interacting with students, • Occasional lifting of materials up to 25 pounds, • Regular use of computers and classroom technology This job description is not intended to include all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required of the employee. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice.