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2026-27 Teacher Secondary Long Term Substitute-Math/Science-Polaris Expeditionary Learning School
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A Substitute Teacher teaches or supervises classes for teachers who are away on leave or sick. May substitute for teachers at several different schools or school districts. May substitute for one day or for a longer term absence; may follow lesson plans developed by the regular teacher, or work with teacher who will be out to create new lesson plans and assignments.
$36,863 / year median in Colorado
+25% projected growth
Job Description
2026-27 Teacher Secondary Long Term Substitute-Math/Science-Polaris Expeditionary Learning School
Poudre School District
Polaris Expeditionary Lrn Sch - Fort Collins, Colorado This job is also posted in Poudre School District - Jobs
Job Details
Job ID:
5915974
Application Deadline:
Sep 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted:
Sep 04, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Sep 21, 2026
Job Description
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Information specific to this position: Long-Term Substitute needed for a High School Math and Science Teacher at Polaris Expeditionary Learning School. This assignment is expected to begin on September 21, 2026, and continue through the remainder of the fall semester. Assignment dates are subject to change based on school and staffing needs.
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.
Percentage:
100%
Work calendar days: 188
Duration of position: Beginning 9/21/2026 through the remainder of the semester
Benefits include: PERA retirement
Will be paid the long-term substitute rate of $185.00/day The substitute must have a valid Colorado teaching license or Substitute Authorization.
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 ADA@psdschools.org. If requesting testing and/or interview accommodations, you must contact us at least three (3) working days before the interview or test date.
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Benefits
- Dental Insurance