Elementary School Teacher - 2nd Grade

Elementary School Teacher FT - 2nd Grade )

• Position Type:
  Licensed Elementary School/ 2nd Grade
• Date Posted:
  3/2/2026
• Date Available:
  
  08/10/2026
• Closing Date:
  03/06/2026

The classroom teacher is responsible for creating a positive learning environment where students develop the skills to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, lifelong learners, and productive citizens. Teachers maintain a safe environment; establish rapport with students, parents, and colleagues; motivate students to develop attitudes and knowledge that will help them reach their potential and be prepared for higher levels of education and career readiness.

Teachers differentiate curriculum and use effective research-based methods of instruction according to District initiatives and State Core Standards.

ESL endorsement preferred, but not required.

All applicants must have a Professional Educator License awarded by the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) or apply for an Associate Educator License (AEL) to be eligible to apply to Jordan School District and participate in our Alternate Pathway to Professional Educator Licensing (APPEL) Program when hired. Proof of an AEL is required before you will be added to the candidate pool.

Follow this link for information on how to apply for an AEL. Proof of enrollment in a teacher certification program at a local university will also be accepted in lieu of an AEL.

INSURANCE
. Jordan School District offers a comprehensive benefits package at competitive premiums. The benefits package includes:
Medical (3 plans, 2 networks), includes an Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Dental
Voluntary Vision
Basic Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment $50,000
Supplementary Life and AD&D
Long Term Disability
Worksite Benefits (Aflac)

For an overview of all the benefits included, visit /

UTAH STATE RETIREMENT
. Benefit eligible employees are automatically members of the Utah Retirement Systems (URS). This means that the District contributes into the URS plan on your behalf each month. After the URS vesting period of four years, you will have either the Hybrid option, which is a combination of a pension with a 401k plan, or the 401k option if you choose.

Both plans are employer-paid. You can also choose to enhance your retirement with URS by contributing additional money from your paychecks into a 401k, 457, Traditional IRA, or Roth IRA. Learn more about URS retirement plans and investment options at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). You may also contact the Payroll Department at  with any questions.