Middle School ELA Teacher

POSITION:  Middle School ELA Teacher   


SALARY RANGE: Salary Range of $47,750 - $103,021 this, based on the 25/26 Salary Schedule. We will give all years, depending on experience and education, with additional opportunities for tuition reimbursement. This position may qualify for up to five additional steps on the certified salary schedule. This will be based on education and experience. If you would like more information, please email smcclary@weld8.org

PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION: Please submit an application (www.weld8.org) along with a letter of interest, three letters of recommendation, and a current resume listing your qualifications and experiences for the position.  Applicant must apply online; supporting materials may be attached to the online application. Further questions, please contact Christopher Kieffer, the Fort Lupton Middle School Principal; christopher.kieffer@weld8.org

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:

• Minimum B. A. or B. S. in Education with Secondary ELA endorsement/emphasis
• Will consider candidates with an elementary education endorsement if they have 24 semester hours of ELA or can pass the ELA assessment to add that endorsement; for exampl,e a B.A. in Elementary Ed with 24 semester hours of ELA would be eligible to be highly qualified as a middle school ELA teacher
• Hold or be able to obtain Colorado Teachers' Certificate/License in Secondary ELA Education from Colorado Department of Education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Colorado standards and assessments and the ability to facilitate data driven instruction and the standards based classroom.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure student academic success/experience in middle school ELA.
• Computer and Technology skills preferred.
• Able to work as a team member/experience with Middle School ELA and grade level teaming is preferred.
• Experience working with diverse populations. 
• Coaching available.

 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION:  All positions open until filled.  Must apply online.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Assignment starting date is July 31,2025
• All contracts/agreements for employment of personnel shall be subject to the approval of the Board of Education.
• Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
• No smoking is allowed in any Weld County School District Re 8 buildings.
• Selected applicant must comply with the District's Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), the selected applicant must verify, within 72 hours of employment, his/her legal right to be employed in the United States.

 

Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Statement

An equal opportunity affirmative action employer

The Weld Re-8 School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its programs or activities. A lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Compliance Coordinator- Brian Childress; Chief Operations Officer,200 S. Fulton Avenue, Fort Lupton, Colorado, 80621, 1-303-857-3301, childressb@weld8.org; Title IX Coordinator: Stephanie McClary; Human Resource Manager,200 S. Fulton Avenue, Fort Lupton, Colorado, 80621,1-303-857-3217, smcclary@weld8.org.

El Distrito Escolar Weld Re-8 no discrimina por azones de raza, color, origen de nacionalidad, sexo o discpacidad en sus programas o actividades. Una falta de cualidades en inglés no serán un obstáculo para la admisión o participación. Las siguientes personas han sido designadas para responder a preguntas sobre pólizas de no disrminicación: Coordinador de Cumplimiento: Brian Childress, Director de Operaciones, 200 S. Fulton Avenue, Fort Lupton, Colorado, 80621, 1-303-857-3301, childressb@weld8.org, Coordinadora de Título IX: Stephanie McClary, Gerente de Recursos Humanos, 200 S. Fulton Avenue, Fort Lupton, Colorado, 80621, 1-303-857-3217,  smcclary@weld8.org