3rd-5th Grade Teacher

About the role

Starting Date: July 28, 2026
New Teacher/Licensed Staff Orientation: July 24th & 27th
Work Schedule: 182 contracted work days
Benefits: Eligible for benefits including group insurance (health, dental, and vision), paid sick and personal leave, and elective retirement savings plans.
Salary: Minimum starting pay is $50,500/year and the maximum salary is $101,999/year.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3rd-5th grade curriculum aligned with Colorado standards.
• Plan and implement engaging lessons that foster critical thinking and creativity.
• Assess student progress regularly and provide feedback to improve learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement school-wide initiatives.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.
• Support students' social-emotional development and well-being.
• Adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs of students.

Requirements

• BA/BS from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Colorado teaching license endorsed in area of assignment: K-6 Elementary Education.
• Training requirements for the Colorado READ Act.

Qualifications and Expectations

• Experience: District 49 credits each year of verified full-time/full-year relevant experience.
• Education: BA/BS from accredited college or university.
• Licensure: Valid Colorado teaching license endorsed in area of assignment: K-6 Elementary Education.
• Training: Training requirements for the Colorado READ Act.

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of educational technology and its integration into teaching practices.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies.

Benefits

• Group insurance (health, dental, and vision).
• Paid sick and personal leave.
• Elective retirement savings plans.

Pay

• Minimum starting pay: $50,500/year
• Maximum salary: $101,999/year
• Initial pay placement based on formal education and years of relevant experience.

Schedule

• 182 contracted work days.

About School District 49

See attached job description for details about this position. District 49 is a progressive, rapidly growing district in eastern Colorado Springs. Home to more than 25,000 students and 2,000 staff members, District 49 aims to be the best district to learn, work, and lead. As one of Colorado's only two recognized Districts of Innovation, District 49 is a challenging and stimulating place to lead. As part of our commitment to innovate, we host a robust portfolio of conventional, charter, online, and blended schools, including homeschool support as well as career and technical education.

Application Instructions

• Upload full and complete official transcripts beginning with your Bachelor's degree.
• Answer all questions on the application including all disclosure questions.
• Fill in all relevant work experience on your application to ensure correct placement on the D49 pay schedule.
• Upload letter of introduction/cover letter.
• Upload letters of recommendation (optional).
• Upload current resume.
• Upload Colorado Department of Education issued license or statement of where you are in the process of obtaining your license.

EEO Statement

District 49 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.