Teacher-Primary

Boulder Valley School District•BOULDER, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Boulder Valley School District is hiring a primary teacher at Whittier International School in Boulder, Colorado. The teacher demonstrates strong knowledge of curriculum and content while supporting student achievement through innovative instruction and effective learning-environment management. The position is limited term through May 24, 2027, with a start date of January 12, 2027, and is listed at 1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, on a 186-day schedule. The teacher delivers the District-approved curriculum, plans engaging and age-appropriate instruction, and adapts teaching and assessments to student needs. The role uses data and assessment to guide instruction, provide feedback and interventions, and report grades. The teacher cultivates a safe, inclusive, respectful classroom; uses restorative practices; supports equity and culturally responsive instruction; and communicates and collaborates with families. The teacher also participates in professional learning and reflective collaboration with colleagues, coordinates with special education, CLDE, and gifted-and-talented teachers, supervises students, and follows applicable laws, agreements, and District and school policies. Applicants must hold a Colorado teaching license or have a licensure application in process with an Elementary Education or, for K–2 positions, ECE endorsement, and must submit the BVSD online application. Teachers providing literacy instruction must obtain the required READ Act Designation if hired into a position requiring it. Knowledge of and a strong belief in inclusion in the general education classroom for all students, including students with IEPs and students learning English, is preferred. Employment is contingent on successful post-offer screening, including a background check and possible medical examination.

Requirements

Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have a licensure application in process with an Elementary Education endorsement, or an ECE endorsement for K–2 positions; upload the license or in-process documentation with the application.
Complete and submit the BVSD online application.
If hired for a position requiring the READ Act Designation, obtain the designation as required for Colorado teachers who provide literacy instruction.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and a deep belief in inclusion in the general education classroom for all students, including students with an IEP and/or students learning English.

Responsibilities

Facilitate learning and teach the course of study in accordance with District-approved curriculum, instructional models, and state and District guidelines.
Plan engaging, age-appropriate instruction and use innovative, differentiated strategies to meet individual needs and motivate students.
Use a Data Driven Instruction and Inquiry model to improve student learning; assess proficiency, differentiate assessments, provide timely feedback and targeted interventions, use assessment results to plan instruction, anticipate misconceptions, and report grades.
Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment, with clear behavioral expectations and routines that maximize learning.
Respond respectfully to student misconduct using restorative practices and promote mutual respect among students, peers, and adults.
Support equity and inclusion, value and understand diversity, use culturally responsive practices, and identify classroom barriers that contribute to disproportionate outcomes for underrepresented students.
Develop positive relationships with parents and families, encourage involvement, communicate proactively about student progress, collaborate with families, and foster two-way communication.
Participate in professional learning and the evaluation process through goal setting, reflection, and development of strategies and techniques.
Engage in reflective dialogue and collaborate with colleagues to improve student learning.
Collaborate with special education, CLDE, and gifted-and-talented teachers to provide inclusion and extension opportunities.
Act ethically and professionally, place children at the center of education, and accept responsibility for students’ academic success and well-being.
Supervise students in classrooms, halls, recess, and before- and after-school duty, and enforce District safety and security standards.
Follow state legal requirements, negotiated agreements, and District and building policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.