2026-27 Teacher Elementary-4th/5th Grade-Polaris Expeditionary Learning School

2026-27 Teacher Elementary-4th/5th Grade-Polaris Expeditionary Learning School Poudre School District - 3.8 Fort Collins, CO Job Details Full-time $58,000 - $89,278 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Life insurance Qualifications Teaching Certification Professional Educator License Full Job Description View Job Description Here Information specific to this position: This position is for the 2026-27 school year teaching a combined 4th and 5th grade classroom at Polaris Expeditionary Learning School. Polaris is a K-12 public school option within Poudre School District that serves 400 plus students each year. The school was founded in 2007 using the Expeditionary Learning model and continues to offer authentic learning experiences, both on and off campus, through investigations of compelling topics over an extended period of time.

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100% Work calendar days: 188 Duration of position: Ongoing Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections. Pay for this position is determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education . Range for position is $58,000 - $89,278 annually (based on a 100% assignment starting August 6 th , 2025). •These pay rates are based on the 2025-26 school year rates and will be updated when approved during the negotiations process for the 2026-27 school year• This is a probationary position. However, PSD employees currently under a licensed contract may apply for this position and if selected, will retain contract status. Must have a valid Colorado Educator's License with appropriate endorsement. Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply! If you have a mental or physical impairment which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations during any portion of the application process, including testing and/or interviews, please contact us at . If requesting testing and/or interview accommodations, you must contact us at least three (3) working days before the interview or test date.