3rd Grade Teacher (INR)

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A licensed professional who designs and delivers learning experiences for students in a grade level and/or content area. The teacher organizes and facilitates learning using evidence-based instructional practices and applicable technology, participates in a community of learning to develop and refine professional knowledge and skills, and supports students’ academic, civic, social, and emotional success. The teacher evaluates student progress, adjusts instruction, communicates progress, and regularly collaborates, reflects, and grows to improve learning opportunities. The role is based at Pioneer Elementary School. It is a full-time, regular position scheduled for 37.5 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, for 183 days per year. The estimated start date is November 9, 2026. Compensation is $52,800–$85,242, based on education and experience at 100% FTE. The teacher works primarily independently and frequently with others in a professional school environment, indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally. The teacher is responsible for students’ health, safety, welfare, and education, and ensures students are supervised at all times. The work environment may range from quiet to loud, and extended school/work hours or days may be required as directed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s (baccalaureate) degree, such as a B.A., A.B., or B.S.
Meet subject, grade-level, and/or content-area qualifications consistent with Colorado Department of Education and Academy District 20 requirements.
Academy District 20 Teacher License.
Colorado Department of Education Initial or Professional Teacher License.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with students and adults in a wide variety of settings.
Computer proficiency, including office productivity applications, and ability to use software systems to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information.
Ability to maintain accurate records, document management, and filing systems, and to understand data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and professions, including students, families, coworkers, administrators, and the public.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, maintain confidentiality, manage simultaneous demands, and set clear priorities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed within the position responsibilities.
Commitment to students’ education as a primary responsibility and ability to promote a positive climate, culture, and community.
Knowledge of special education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements relevant to assigned students.
Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required.
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; some assignments may require lifting more depending on position and student need.
Ability to perform active duties involving standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, reaching, handling objects, and, when necessary, physically restraining students.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver learning experiences aligned with the Colorado Academic Standards and the organized plan of instruction.
Develop and implement lessons connecting multiple content areas and disciplines, emphasizing literacy and mathematical practices.
Establish a safe, inclusive, respectful, and nurturing learning environment for a diverse population of students.
Adapt instruction to meet students’ diverse needs, interests, and ability levels, including academic, social, emotional, and health needs.
Assess student learning through formal and informal methods, provide feedback, use assessment results to inform instruction, and report student progress as required.
Integrate appropriate technology to engage students in authentic learning and support instruction, professional responsibilities, data interpretation, and student learning.
Set high expectations and support students’ critical-thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, leadership, and communication skills.
Collaborate with families and significant adults for the benefit of students.
Plan programs of study and purposeful assignments that meet students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities.
Plan and supervise assignments for educational support staff and volunteers and, with a supervisor, evaluate their job performance.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records and manage instructional materials and supplies.
Ensure students are supervised at all times and respond as directed and as necessary in safety or crisis situations.
Comply with applicable state and federal laws, district policies and procedures, and location requirements.
Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, reflection, leadership, and ongoing professional growth.
Use feedback and reflection to improve teaching and learning, and contribute to the school, community, and teaching profession.
Perform assigned non-instructional duties and other duties as directed.