2025-26 Assistant Principal K-12- Polaris Expeditionary Learning School
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Location: Fort Collins, CO 80525
Description:
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Information specific to this position: This position will be 50% Assistant Principal and 30% Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) beginning in the 2025-26 school year. Polaris is a K-12 public school option within Poudre School District that serves between 400 plus students each year. The school was founded in 2007 using the Expeditionary Learning model and continues to offer authentic learning Page 2 of 2 experiences, both on and off campus, through investigations of compelling topics over an extended period of time. This position is for the 2025-26 school year, start date to be determined and will be announced when the 2025-26 calendars have been approved.
Pay Range:
Assistant Principal: $94,413-$130,287 on a 213 day per year calendar, based on qualifications and experience* (based on a 100% assignment starting on the date the specific calendar(s) for this position begin).
TOSA: Pay for this position is determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. Range for position is $54,329 - $81,728 annually (based on a 100% assignment starting on the date the specific calendar(s) for this position begin).
*These pay rates are based on the 2024-25 school year rates and will be updated when approved during the negotiations process around May 2025 for the 2025-26 school year*
This is a probationary position. However, PSD employees currently under a licensed contract may apply for this position and if selected, will retain contract status.
Must have a valid Colorado Educator's License with appropriate endorsement.
Percentage: 80% total (50% Assistant Principal, 30% TOSA)
Work calendar days: Assistant Principal - 213; TOSA - 188
Duration of position: Ongoing
Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, as well as other optional benefit elections.
*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to PSD (existing employees please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule). PSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.
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.
View Job Description Here
Information specific to this position: This position will be 50% Assistant Principal and 30% Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) beginning in the 2025-26 school year. Polaris is a K-12 public school option within Poudre School District that serves between 400 plus students each year. The school was founded in 2007 using the Expeditionary Learning model and continues to offer authentic learning Page 2 of 2 experiences, both on and off campus, through investigations of compelling topics over an extended period of time. This position is for the 2025-26 school year, start date to be determined and will be announced when the 2025-26 calendars have been approved.
Pay Range:
Assistant Principal: $94,413-$130,287 on a 213 day per year calendar, based on qualifications and experience* (based on a 100% assignment starting on the date the specific calendar(s) for this position begin).
TOSA: Pay for this position is determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. Range for position is $54,329 - $81,728 annually (based on a 100% assignment starting on the date the specific calendar(s) for this position begin).
*These pay rates are based on the 2024-25 school year rates and will be updated when approved during the negotiations process around May 2025 for the 2025-26 school year*
This is a probationary position. However, PSD employees currently under a licensed contract may apply for this position and if selected, will retain contract status.
Must have a valid Colorado Educator's License with appropriate endorsement.
Percentage: 80% total (50% Assistant Principal, 30% TOSA)
Work calendar days: Assistant Principal - 213; TOSA - 188
Duration of position: Ongoing
Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, as well as other optional benefit elections.
*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to PSD (existing employees please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule). PSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.
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.