English Language Arts Teacher

Position Overview

English Language Arts Teacher  School Year)

: 15553

Location: Greeley Central High School

Classification: Exempt

Contract Length/Days: 190 days –

Start Date:

July 29 2026

Salary: Placement on the Certified Salary schedule; dependent on education and/or work experience, up to ten (10) years.

Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; employee assistance program; voluntary life insurance; 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans available immediately upon hire.

Paid Leave: Article VII of the Master Contract covers sick and discretionary leave options.

Reports to: School Principal

Deadline for Application: Until position filled

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree and Colorado Teaching License
• Preferred: Experience in a related field;
  Bilingual

Summary / Objective: Provide an enriched atmosphere where students learn subject matter and/or skills that contribute to their development as mature, capable, and responsible members of society. Facilitate learning and guide students toward intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth.

• Plan a program of study that meets individual student needs, interests, and abilities.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning appropriate to student maturity.
• Maintain discipline and classroom control fostering a safe, positive environment for students and staff.
• Ensure adequate supervision to safeguard student health, welfare, and safety.
• Guide learning toward curriculum standards, set clear objectives, and communicate them to students.
• Use instructional methods and materials that best meet objectives and standards.
• Assess student accomplishments regularly and provide progress reports.
• Diagnose learning abilities and seek assistance from district specialists when needed.
• Counsel with colleagues, students, and/or parents regularly.
• Assist administration in implementing student life and conduct policies; develop classroom behavior rules.
• Plan and supervise instructional assistant/volunteer assignments; collaborate with department heads.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Employ varied instructional techniques and media to meet diverse student needs.
• Implement district philosophy, instructional standards, and objectives.
• Respect student personal space throughout the day.
• Implement IEP plans while preserving academic time and motivating participation.
• Maintain accurate, complete records as required by law and policy.
• Provide availability to students and parents for education-related matters outside instructional time when necessary.
• Cooperate with staff in planning instructional goals and methods.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and instructional materials.
• Accept co‑curricular activity responsibilities as assigned.
• Take precautions to protect students, equipment, and facilities.
• Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline issues promptly.
• Model non‑discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Comply with school and division regulations and policies.
• Maintain open communication with students and parents regarding academic and behavioral progress.
• Engage in ongoing professional growth through reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and advanced coursework.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by administrators.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.

• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Establish effective working relationships with staff and students.
• Maintain effective classroom management strategies.
• Visual, auditory, and ambulatory ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Conflict management skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Empathetic and positive relationship builder.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient for job functions.

• Knowledge of Colorado and district content standards.
• Sufficient knowledge and skills for all duties.
• Preference for leadership in meeting social, emotional, psychological, and academic needs.
• Preference for a flexible, conflict‑tolerant, stress‑resilient environment that values quick learning and informed decision‑making.

Regular attendance is…