26 - Kindergarten Teacher (2026 - 2027 School Year)

Pueblo School District 60•Pueblo, CO

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Kindergarten 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. This role 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. The Pueblo School District 60 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.

Requirements

Valid Colorado Teaching License within 60 days from date of hire
Elementary Education Endorsement or Teacher must be highly qualified in applicable content area through the following options: Endorsement on a Colorado teaching license, Passing score on a State Board of Education approved content exam (currently the ETS Praxis Series), Be eligible for a 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
Teachers hired in a K-3 or Reading Interventionist position must be willing to register for the READ Act training that is required per Senate Bill 199-99.
The teacher must show evidence that they are enrolled and progressing in a CDE-approved training course and completed within the 2026-2027 school year or provide a certificate of completion for the program

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Title I or low income setting
Previous experience as a certified teacher

Responsibilities

Provide a variety of classroom techniques and methods
Promote high levels of achievement in relation to individual student abilities
Use techniques and methodologies appropriate to student abilities
Utilize current and relevant subject matter
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use research-based principles of effective instruction
Organize instruction using learning objectives with clearly defined student outcomes
Employ teaching strategies congruent with planned student outcomes
Select teaching strategies emphasizing student involvement
Monitor student learning and pace instruction accordingly
Prepare effectively for class
Prepare daily lesson plans
Provide instruction predicated on course goals and objectives
Prepare classroom for classroom activities
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
Establish written grading standards that are clear and incorporate a variety of graded activities
Assure that grading standards are explained and available to parents
Develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships
Model personal behaviors of honesty, fairness, courtesy, and consideration
Maintain a cooperative relationship with administrators, staff, students, and parents
Share appropriate information with parents and with other staff members
Provide documentation of students' progress
Provide timely and accurate feedback/documentation to students, parents, and appropriate staff members
Assign and check homework and provide appropriate feedback to students
Maintain appropriate records of student performance, progress, and development
Build motivation and interest in learning
Exhibit personal interest and encourage student interest in the subject area
Maintain a current awareness of literature/activities in subject area
Maintain an ongoing personal program of professional growth and development
Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings